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NURSE INTERVIEW VIEW 25 QUESTIONS, Exams of Job Interviewing Techniques and Skills

Stanford UniversityJob Interviewing Techniques and Skills

1. Why do you want to become a nurse? - answer- • I want to become a nurse because i truly care about people. Especially when they are going through difficult moments. • As a mom, I understand how frightening it can be when your child isn't well. • working as a Medical Assistant with children and adults has shown me HOW MUCH compassion and support can impact a patients life and their families. 2. What inspired you to pursue nursing instead of another healthcare profession? - answer- • I thought about other healthcare careers, like ultrasound, but nursing stood out to me because of the connection nurse is filled with their patients. • i've seen how they are the ones who stay, who explained, who comforted, or speak up for their patients. (Advocate) • they care not just about treating a condition - they are caring for a whole person.

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NURSE INTERVIEW VIEW 25 QUESTIONS |VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS A* /2026-2027
1. Why do you want to become a nurse? - answer- • I want to become a nurse because i truly care
about people. Especially when they are going through difficult moments.
• As a mom, I understand how frightening it can be when your child isn't well.
• working as a Medical Assistant with children and adults has shown me HOW MUCH
compassion and support can impact a patients life and their families.
2. What inspired you to pursue nursing instead of another healthcare profession? - answer- • I
thought about other healthcare careers, like ultrasound, but nursing stood out to me because of
the connection nurse is filled with their patients.
• i've seen how they are the ones who stay, who explained, who comforted, or speak up for their
patients. (Advocate)
• they care not just about treating a condition - they are caring for a whole person.
3. Tell us about yourself. - answer- • i'm someone who truly cares about others.
• I take pride and being a hard worker.
• I try to bring positive energy wherever I go through smiling or dancing.
• I love dancing Salsa! — I think that shows how I connect easily with people!
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NURSE INTERVIEW VIEW 25 QUESTIONS |VERIFIED

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS A* /2026-

  1. Why do you want to become a nurse? - answer- • I want to become a nurse because i truly care about people. Especially when they are going through difficult moments.
  • As a mom, I understand how frightening it can be when your child isn't well.
  • working as a Medical Assistant with children and adults has shown me HOW MUCH compassion and support can impact a patients life and their families.
  1. What inspired you to pursue nursing instead of another healthcare profession? - answer- • I thought about other healthcare careers, like ultrasound, but nursing stood out to me because of the connection nurse is filled with their patients.
  • i've seen how they are the ones who stay, who explained, who comforted, or speak up for their patients. (Advocate)
  • they care not just about treating a condition - they are caring for a whole person.
  1. Tell us about yourself. - answer- • i'm someone who truly cares about others.
  • I take pride and being a hard worker.
  • I try to bring positive energy wherever I go through smiling or dancing.
  • I love dancing Salsa! — I think that shows how I connect easily with people!
  • Being a single MOM hasn't been easy, but it has made me stronger and I'm very proud of myself for always pushing forward to create a better life for my kids and my parents.
  1. Why did you choose Keiser University's nursing program? - answer- • I chose Kaiser because I feel like it truly fits who I am as a student and as a person.
  • I do well in fast paced environments.
  • I appreciate the smaller class sizes because it allows for more connection and support from the instructors and staff members.
  • I also see Kaiser as a place where I can continue advancing my education in the future, such as (BSN).
  1. What qualities make a good nurse? - answer- • I would say empathy and dedication. •EMPATHY because i truly care about people and how they're feeling, especially during hard times. •DEDICATION because I don't give up easily.
  • once I commit to something, I give it my all — that's the mindset I bring into a patient care and life in general.
  1. What do you think will be the most challenging part of nursing school? - answer- • I know it's going to be intense, especially balancing school and being a mom.
  • I've learned how to manage my time and stay organized, got myself a weekly planner.
  1. What does professionalism mean to you in nursing? - answer- • to me, professionalism means being responsible, respectful, and dependable every day.
  • it's about staying calm, treating everyone with kindness, and always putting safety first.
  • it also means doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
  1. Tell us about a time you dealt with a difficult patient. - answer- • when a parent is upset about the wait time for their child that can be very difficult.
  • but instead of reacting, I stay calm, I listen to what is bothering them.
  • i try my best to explain ehat is happening.
  • I've noticed that once they felt heard, they calm down.
  • that reminded me that most difficult patients are just worried or scared, and they just want to feel heard or understood.
  1. How would you handle a disagreement with a classmate or a team member? - answer- • if I have a disagreement with someone, I would talk to them calmly and respectfully - if possible in private!
  • I listened to their side of their story and work towards a solution together.
  • I believe in treating others the way I would want to be treated. - so respect and communication are important to me.
  1. Describe a time you made a mistake and what you learned? - answer- • in cardiology, I once placed the wrong sized blood pressure cuff in a pediatric patient.
  • the doctor caught it before I started.
  • I felt embarrassed, but I corrected it immediately and paid closer attention moving forward.
  • that moment taught me the importance of slowing down, double checking, and not rushing specially when patient safety is involved.
  1. What would you do if you saw someone doing something unsafe? - answer- • if I saw something, unsafe, I wouldn't ignore it.
  • I would speak up and address it respectfully.
  • if needed, I will let the right person know.
  • patient safety always comes first, even if it feels uncomfortable.
  1. How do you approach caring for patients from diverse backgrounds? - answer- • I believe in trading others the way I would like to be treated.
  • I treated everyone with respect and kindness.
  • I know people come from different cultures and have different beliefs.
  • so I tried to listen and understand what's important to them.
  • I don't make any assumptions- I focus on making them feel comfortable and cared for.
  1. How do you learn best? - answer- • I learned best when I can see it, practice it, and ask questions if I'm not sure.
  • I think about my kids, my parents and the future I'm building for them.
  • I focus on the bigger picture and keep moving forward.
  1. What do you hope to do after nursing school? - answer- • after nursing school, I love to work in pediatrics or OB/GYN.
  • I really enjoy caring for children, but I'm also drawn to supporting women and families.
  • I definitely see myself, continuing my education and earning my BSN for greater opportunities.
  1. Where do you see yourself in five years? - answer- • in five years, I see myself as a strong confident nurse in Pediatrics or OB/GYN.
  • proud of everything I've accomplished - especially for my children.
  1. What do you think are the biggest issues in healthcare today? - answer- • from working in the hospital, I've seen how short staffing is a big issue.
  • when we are shortstaffed, it can be stressful for the team and the patients.
  • also, access to healthcare can be difficult for some families.
  1. How do you demonstrate leadership? - answer- • I lead by example.
  • I tried to bring positive energy and support my team.
  • I help when needed and make sure communication is clear.
  • I'm dependable and stay calm during stressful situation.
  1. Why should we choose you for this nursing program? - answer- • you should choose me because this isn't just a career choice for me — it's something I truly care about.
  • I'm passionate, I'm hard-working, determined, and I don't give up when things get difficult.
  • working in healthcare has shown me the responsibility that comes with caring for others.
  • been a single mom has taught me strength and disciplined, and I'm ready to put in the hard work and grow into the nurse. I'm meant to be!