Why do you want to work for our organization?
Nurses have many employer options to choose from, so the interviewer is trying to learn more about what attracted you to their organization in particular. Check out the company website and familiarize yourself with its mission, vision, core values, and any specific awards or accomplishments that impressed you. Give an honest answer about why you want to work at their facility.
"As a recent graduate, this would be my first professional nursing position. I'm passionate about serving patients who are going through recovery. I have done a lot of research on employers in this area, and I was impressed with your organization's awards and recognition, both locally and nationally. I'm excited to learn more and be considered for the opportunity to be considered."
"Your facility is so well known in this area, and I'm impressed by the company consistently being rated as the #1 healthcare system in the state. I want to join an organization focused on patient care with the most modern technology and equipment available. I align with the core values of your organization of quality and safety, empathy, inclusion, integrity, teamwork, and innovation, and I feel it would be a great cultural fit for me."
"I have specialized as an addiction nurse for the last ten years and it's truly my passion. I recently relocated and am eager to find a position within a reasonable commute of my new apartment. I've read a lot of positive employee and patient reviews for your facility and it sounds like a high-quality team! I'm interested in learning more about your mission and values and how I could add value to your facility."
