Nursing Student Mock Interview
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Can you tell me about a time you went above and beyond for a patient?
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Makayla Donigan is a Certified Nurse Aide, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, and Medical Copywriter.
A nursing school does not want to accept students that are only going to do the bare minimum. Show the interviewer that you can do more than expected, even if your work is not recognized. It is an excellent opportunity to show how you can take the initiative and be selfless as a nurse.
Makayla Donigan is a Certified Nurse Aide, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, and Medical Copywriter.
"There was one patient who was homeless and did not have many possessions. They were going to be discharged soon, but social services were not going to supply them with clothes before their departure. I got together with some of my co-workers, and we put in money to get him some outfits and some shoes before his transfer to the new facility. It was gratifying to see how much joy and relief this simple act brought him, even if it was not directly medical services. "
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Occasionally, some patients whom I discharge have their rides running late. When they do run late, I’m given the choice to drop them off at the outpatient waiting room or to stay with them. I stay with them as long as they need me to, even if it’s a long time.
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This is a great example to share of a way you do more than is expected to benefit your patients. Nice job!
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