Have you ever had a time where you were proud of your healthcare team? What role did you play in that effort?

"I currently work in a large rehab unit, and there have been many proud moments that we have enjoyed as a team. But the one that comes to mind first was this young patient who was in our unit following a car accident. With his original diagnosis being paralyzation from the waist down, our team of therapists, physicians, and doctors worked with him for over three months in our inpatient unit. I felt so grateful to be working the day he took his first steps unassisted after a relatively short stay on our unit. Many tears were shed that day, both by his family and our staff."

Prior to your interview, think of a time when you felt a sense of pride and accomplishment in a team effort during your time as a registered nurse. Try to paint a clear picture for your interviewers of what the situation was, who was involved in making it a great team effort, and what the ultimate outcome was. If you can relate your answer to a direct patient care situation, that is even better. In the end, make sure that your interviewer walks away knowing that you would take pride in what you do as a Nurse Fellow at their organization.