Nurse Interview Questions

For all nurses seeking employment, here are some nurse interview questions that you could prepare yourself with. As with all interviews there is no substitute for preparation for an interview and we advise you to prepare your answers for each of these questions and write down a truthful, convincing answer. Some commonly asked nurse interview questions are listed below.

1.    Tell us about yourself?
2.    What do you know about this organization and why have you chosen to work here?
3.    Why have you chosen to work as a nurse?
4.    Why are you leaving the current job?
5.    What are your career goals?
6.    What was the high point and low point of your career so far?
7.    What according to you are the qualities that a successful nurse must possess?
8.    What do you expect your schedule to be in this job?
9.    Describe your typical assignments at your old job?
10.    What was the nurse-to-patient ratio in your previous assignment?
11.    What was the length of your shifts?
12.    How do you schedule your work normally?
13.    Are you prepared to be on call if you are offered this position?
14.    Are you aware of the challenges this facility is facing?
15.    What according to you are the nurses’ biggest challenges at this facility?
16.    What steps do you take to ensure safe working conditions?
17.    What are your plans for future growth?
18.    What is the salary that you expect?
19.    What was the benefits package you were getting in your previous job?
20.    Are you planning to pursue your higher education? 

We are sure you would know most of these answers. The difference between candidates is the way they present themselves. With due preparation, you will be able to answer confidently and convincingly.

Please do remember that you also have an opportunity to question so please prepare your questions as well.  Good luck!