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Question 21 of 30 for our Critical Care Nurse Mock Interview

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Question 21 of 30

If you were the person responsible for hiring new employees, what qualities would you look for in a candidate, and do you think you possess those qualities?

"If I were hiring someone, I would look for someone who is passionate about the job and about patient care. I also feel that being approachable and willing to learn is very important."

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How to Answer: If you were the person responsible for hiring new employees, what qualities would you look for in a candidate, and do you think you possess those qualities?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Critical Care Nurse job interview.

  • 21. If you were the person responsible for hiring new employees, what qualities would you look for in a candidate, and do you think you possess those qualities?

      How to Answer

      There is more than one reason for asking this question. First, the interviewer wants to know what qualities you think are important to perform this job. Second, and most importantly, your answer will tell the interviewer if you hold yourself to the same standard as you do others. If you want to see certain characteristics in your peers, you should be able to tell the interviewer with confidence that you possess those traits, as well. This question is one that interviewers often use to distinguish sincerity on the part of the candidate.

      Written by Heather Douglass

      Entry Level Example

      "If I were hiring someone, I would look for someone who is passionate about the job and about patient care. I also feel that being approachable and willing to learn is very important."

      Written by Darby Faubion

      Answer Example

      "I believe that honesty is important no matter what job title a person holds. I have found that being honest with people creates an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. Those qualities, I feel, are essential when building rapport with patients and co-workers."

      Written by Heather Douglass

      Experienced Example

      "We all possess different qualities and that is what makes a great team. If I were responsible for interviewing and hiring new employees,I would look for someone who has a genuine interest in the job and a desire to grow and learn. None of us knows everything there is to know about each disease or treatment. Being willing to learn and share what we've learned with one another makes us a better team and benefits our patients and those who will need care in the future."

      Written by Darby Faubion

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      Anonymous Answer

      "If I were responsible for hiring a new employee, I would look for someone passionate about the job and patient care. I also feel like the willingness to learn new things and adapt is essential in healthcare. I do believe that I possess these qualities."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      You make some excellent points, and these are fantastic qualities for a critical care nurse to possess. Can you speak more about the ways in which you exude these qualities?
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