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NHS Band 4 Dental Nurse Mock Interview

Question 3 of 30 for our NHS Band 4 Dental Nurse Mock Interview

NHS Band 4 Dental Nurse was updated by on February 10th, 2023. Learn more here.

Question 3 of 30

What qualities or characteristics do you feel make you the ideal candidate or this role?

"I possess well-developed interpersonal skills, so I'm able to care for and build relationships with patients of all ages. I communicate with patients, so they know what to expect and so that I can address their concerns or fears while they are being treated. I also keep a positive and friendly tone so that patients are comfortable and feel they can approach me. I also work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. I'm not easily rattled or stressed, so the dental team can count on me to be there to support them and the patients. Lastly, I really enjoy working as part of a team. I value all team members, and when we collaborate and communicate effectively, patients receive the highest-quality care possible and are more likely to have a positive experience."

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How to Answer: What qualities or characteristics do you feel make you the ideal candidate or this role?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a NHS Band 4 Dental Nurse job interview.

  • 3. What qualities or characteristics do you feel make you the ideal candidate or this role?

      How to Answer

      Dental nurses must possess many technical, interpersonal, and soft skills to be effective and successful in their role within the NHS. Review the job description and note keywords like "compassionate, enthusiastic, detail-oriented, team-oriented, able to perform under pressure, etc., to give you an idea of the specific characteristics the interviewer is looking for. In your response, provide a mix of the value you bring to the team through your technical skills, personality, experiences, and soft skills.

      Written by Jaymie Payne on February 10th, 2023

      Answer Example

      "I possess well-developed interpersonal skills, so I'm able to care for and build relationships with patients of all ages. I communicate with patients, so they know what to expect and so that I can address their concerns or fears while they are being treated. I also keep a positive and friendly tone so that patients are comfortable and feel they can approach me. I also work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. I'm not easily rattled or stressed, so the dental team can count on me to be there to support them and the patients. Lastly, I really enjoy working as part of a team. I value all team members, and when we collaborate and communicate effectively, patients receive the highest-quality care possible and are more likely to have a positive experience."

      Written by Jaymie Payne on February 10th, 2023

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