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Band 7 Nurses are charged with conducting in-depth risk assessments within their units. In the operating theatre, safety is of utmost importance and comes in many different forms. This question gives you the time to discuss how you've prioritized safety in the past, but it is also used so your interviewer can hear you discuss how you will prioritize safety in this role specifically. Your answer should highlight any formal safety training you've received as a nurse and things you've done in the past to ensure a safe environment for both patients and your colleagues. Then discuss why safety is important in the operating theatre setting, and make sure to briefly include touching on things like sterile tools and properly functioning equipment as part of that process.
"Having the best interest of the patient and my colleagues is always a top priority for me. From hand washing and scrubbing into operating rooms to ensuring I am well rested and ready for each shift, I'm able to ensure that every patient I encounter is free from outside illnesses and I am always on top of my game with them. If I were to become a Band 7 theatre nurse here, I fully realize that I would be responsible for the safety of the entire unit, and my first step would be to always lead by example. Teaching and showing the importance of being detailed in all of our work will always be important, as will always ensuring that equipment is tested before each case."

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25 Questions & Answers • NHS Band 7 Theatre Nurse

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