Why did you decide to choose nursing as a career?
The interviewers want to hear your reasons for choosing this profession to understand what motivates you in your career. They want to hear if another nurse mentored you, if you have family or friends who work in healthcare, if you worked in another industry and decided to change careers, or if you or a loved one received excellent care from a nurse.
Focus on giving your personal reason for choosing this career, responding with enthusiasm and passion. There is no right or wrong answer. The interviewers merely want to gain insight into what motivates and inspires you as a nurse to determine if you will be a good fit for the NHS.
"I chose to pursue a career in nursing because my mom and aunt are both nurses. I love caring for others and helping make them comfortable when going through difficult times in their lives. I grew up hearing the stories of the people my mom and aunt had helped and even those they could not. Still, I could tell they truly enjoyed their jobs, and I think it's in my blood. I cannot imagine choosing another career path."
