NHS Band 5 Nurse Mock Interview
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Question 17 of 30
What do you like to do in your free time away from work?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
A recent article in an online nursing journal reports that critical care, oncology, and intensive care nurses have the highest burnout cases due to the high-pressure environment of these specialities. However, it can happen to nurses in any speciality due to the nature of the job.
The interviewers ask this question to see what interests you and if you have healthy avenues to decompress away from work. Having ways to unwind in your free time shows you have a healthy work/life balance and will be less likely to burn out from the stress of working as an NHS Band 5 nurse.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"In my free time, I like going for long motorcycle rides in the countryside with my husband, trying new restaurants, and doing yoga and pilates. I also recently joined a ceramics class since I am interested in learning how to make pottery. I enjoy doing fun things on my days off that reduce stress and rejuvenate me for my next shift."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"On my days off, I volunteer at my son's school, work in my garden, and go for long runs with my husband. I also enjoy visiting with my sister and nieces and nephews when we have the same days off from work. Spending time with family is one of the best ways for me to relieve stress and get reenergized before returning to work."
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