"I rate my problem-solving skills as an 8 out of 10. I will, on occasion, have times when I am not as efficient as I would like to be, but all in all, I do feel that my problem-solving skills are above average. My supervisor and coworkers will attest to my fast reflexes when a problem arises, and they would also say that I remain calm under pressure."

"I would say I get a solid 8.5 on a scale of 10. It seems weird to give myself something a .5, but I think of it as an 85%, which is a solid B. The reason for the grade would be that I'm quick to take action and figure out the solution as I go, but sometimes I could benefit from taking a moment to pause and reflect or gather other contributors before taking action. I gave myself room for improvement since I'm certainly not perfect. That said, I believe I generally get the best outcome possible when faced with a challenge."

Problem-solving and critical thinking skills are crucial to possess in the healthcare industry. Focus on describing how well you problem-solve and make critical decisions with ease. When you give yourself a rating, be sure to leave a little room for improvement. For example, refrain from giving yourself a 10 out of 10 rating as it will make you look slightly arrogant.