How to Answer: Do you have any questions for our team?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Entry-Level Nursing job interview.
1. Do you have any questions for our team?
How to Answer
Sometimes applicants are so relieved that the interview is concluding that they forego the opportunity to ask questions. Arrive prepared with questions to ask! Asking questions allows you to gain clarity and is an opportunity to shine. Do your homework, and ask meaningful and thoughtful questions that will help the interviewer remember you without challenging the interviewer.
Ask what their favorite thing is about the hospital.
Ask if there are any interesting perks not readily known at the hospital.
Ask about the local area and interests.
Ask about the staff turnover rate.
Ask about in-house nursing leadership programs.
Do not hesitate to ask questions relevant to you wanting to accept the position. As much as nursing is a passionate vocation, it is also a business transaction. You will be trading valuable hours of your life for hours worked for payment, so you want to ensure that your first career inspires you to continue. Ask the hard questions that are important to you.
It is wise to have a mental list of intriguing questions that not only give you an answer but allow the interviewer to think about what they like about working there! Most of the nuts and bolts questions are available online, so take this time to humanize the interaction and build rapport with the organization. The hard questions about insurance and other important considerations can be asked in the second round. Get through the first interview door in a way that authentically represents you and your career needs.
Written by Dianne Barnard on February 15th, 2021
1st Answer Example
"I was wondering about the nurse-patient ratio on the medical-surgical unit and the staff turnover rate. Can you tell me anything about the day-to-day operation of the unit that could help me make my best decision? What are the chances that I am pulled to another floor, and will I be cross-trained?"
Written by Dianne Barnard on February 15th, 2021
2nd Answer Example
"Thank you for the opportunity to interview today! I have two questions. Is it possible for me to arrange a time to shadow a nurse on this unit for at least four hours, so I can have an idea of what a typical shift looks like? How long does it typically take a new grad nurse to feel fully up to speed on your unit?"
Written by Kate Buckley on December 21st, 2022
About the Author
I began my healthcare career when I was a sophomore in high school and became an STNA (state-tested nursing assistant) at a local long-term care facility. I then went on to work as a nursing assistant at a local hospital and home healthcare agency. During that time, I pursued my Bachelor's in Business Administration: Human Resource Management and transitioned to working for one of the largest long-term care and post-acute rehab companies in the country. I supported the talent acquisition function and in the span of 8 years, I screened and interviewed over 1,500 nurse aides, LPNs, and RNs.
I hold a very special place in my heart for nurses, as it's often a thankless and tiresome job. Not everyone is cut out to be a nurse and I have great respect and admiration for those that choose this career path. As a content writer and interview coach for MockQuestions, my goal is to help you prepare and succeed in your upcoming interview. This article offers interview tips and advice along with 40 practice interview questions and answer examples to help you better understand what to expect and prepare for interview day! Wishing you the best of luck!
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