What is your overall availability to work varying shifts as a new nurse in our PICU unit?

"I am willing and able to work any shift on any day as long as the schedule for particular shifts is out at least two weeks ahead of time. I've been working nights, weekends, and rotating holidays in my current role for the past six years. With my husband also having a full-time job, I need to be able to plan ahead for childcare during the weekday hours should the need arise. We are very fortunate to have a great support system with family and friends if needed."

In truthfulness to yourself and the potential future employer, you should be as honest as possible regarding what your availability is when it comes to nights, weekends, and holidays. While reiterating that you are open and flexible, make sure that your interviewer knows of any personal commitments that you have because it is important that these things are discussed during the interview process. Based on your research into the hours requirements for the position, make sure to reiterate that you can handle potential 12-hour shifts and even required overtime. If needed, you can always ask clarification questions to your interviewer.