QUESTION 27 OF 40

Can you tell us your top three considerations when choosing a possible employer?

A solid answer to this question will reflect your philosophy of nursing and commitment to quality of care. Even if the hospital's pay and benefits package is the best, compensation should not be mentioned in your top three considerations. The interviewer already knows where the organization ranks in terms of salary and benefits. They are looking for more thoughtful answers that reflect your character. Read through the hospital's mission statement and the types of care offered, and craft your response to complement those features.

"I am looking for a position in a magnet hospital where the opportunities for advancement and growth are constant. Tuition reimbursement is very important to me, as I would like to begin working on my master's in a year or so. I want to work in a hospital with strong nursing leadership."

"When I am looking at a potential employer, the top three things I consider are feedback from current employees--do they consider this to be a good place to work, the average seniority/turnover time for nurses in the hospital, what the orientation portion of my employment entails, and the benefits of the job."

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Can you tell us your top three considerations when choosing a possible employer?

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