How often do you call off work or miss classes?
Healthcare organizations rely on their nursing staff to be at work when they are scheduled so that patients are cared for. The interviewer wants to know that you take this seriously and are a reliable person who will not miss class or scheduled shifts as a professional. Discuss your commitment to the program and speak to times you've had to call out of work in the past. If you don't have work experience, think about times you've missed class, internships, or other volunteer responsibilities. No matter the situation, demonstrate that you handle these types of situations with professionalism.
"Since I have not had a paying job before, I do not have prior work history to share with you. I have held responsibilities in a volunteer capacity in the past and also attended high school full-time, and I took those commitments seriously. I rarely missed class, and if I did, it was once or twice a year because I was not feeling well. In my volunteer role, I understood that anytime I would miss an event or project, it created a heavy burden for others, so I did not call out from my responsibilities. If I need to miss class, I will notify my instructor right away."
"I have called off from work twice in the last year, but only when I was very ill and with a doctor's note. If I am not feeling well, I notify my manager with as much advanced notice as possible so that my shift can be covered. I am very committed to this program, so rest assured that I will be at my classes on time and when expected."