Master 30 NHS Band 7 Nurse interview questions covering clinical leadership, service improvement, and safeguarding.
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Nurses must care for their mental and physical health to prevent burnout, illness, and stress-related injury. The interviewers ask this question to see what interests you and if you have healthy avenues to decompress from the pressure of being a nurse. They want to know that you have a healthy work/life balance and know how to rejuvenate away from work. Describe what interests and hobbies you enjoy in your free time.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I have three children between the ages of eight and thirteen, so my free time is usually spent running them to sports practices, games, and music lessons. Since they are all in school, I take the mornings to do things for myself, like running, going to the gym, or meeting up with friends for coffee. Taking care of myself first is important so I am better equipped to care for my family and patients at work. In the evenings, after the kids go to bed, I enjoy curling up with a good book and a cup of tea, which is also calming and helps to reduce stress."

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30 Questions & Answers • NHS Band 7 Nurse

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