What about your job as a critical care nurse gives you the most satisfaction?
We all have things that give us a feeling of accomplishment or satisfaction. The interviewer uses questions like this to get to know you, not just as a nurse, but as a person. Often the things that bring us satisfaction at work have a parallel in our personal lives that affect us in much the same way.
"As a critical care nurse one thing that really satisfies me is when I see a patient's health improve over the critical care days. As such I have a very extroverted nature and I make it a point to make ICU patients who are suffering from pain and trauma smile or laugh."
"I think one of the most satisfying feelings is when I see a patient who has
Been in a critical state who begins to improve and smiles at me. Sometimes words aren't needed. A smile or a nod from someone to show that they are aware that I am there and are glad about it is a great feeling."
"There are so many things about this job that are satisfying to me. I love the feeling of caring for someone and knowing that I gave my all with regard to my job of providing for them. Sometimes patients or family members thank me for being there, and that means so much. I always want those that I care for to feel like nursing is not just a job to me, but it's part of who I am."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
Many aspects of critical care nursing bring me satisfaction, such as being a part of a cohesive team, serving a diverse population, but most of all I love seeing a patient who was critically ill walk out of the department and knowing that I was a part of helping them get home and back to their baseline. I remember a patient I had who was on BiPAP, they were concerned they would never be able to take him off, but after a strict medication regimen, patient education, and an exceptional interdisciplinary team, he turned a corner and we were able to discharge him home.
Cindy's Feedback
Very good! You manage to get a lot of information across in the short space of your answer that the interviewer is seeking. You're communicating knowledge, commitment, and empathy. Nice work.
Unlock all 30 Critical Care Nurse questions
Unlock expert responses to high-stakes ICU interview questions that test clinical judgment.
Get Started