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Nursing School Interview
I have a Nursing School Interview. Does anyone have sample questions that could help me. #interview #nursingschool #interview-preparation
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Sarah’s Answer
Hi Zen! I found this resource that may be of help: https://theinterviewguys.com/nursing-school-interview-questions/.
If you can, practice answering these questions with a friend, family member, or mentor. It helps tremendously to actually verbalize the answers rather than just thinking/writing how you would answer them. Practice answering the questions a few times if you can. Also, when I interview for jobs I always make a "cheat sheet" with keywords for my answers to questions. But maybe most importantly, I pick five words that positively describe me and I write them in large print at the top of my page so that I have a constant reminder of all of the great things I would bring to that job.
Review possible interview questions
Practice answering them to yourself
Practice answering them in a mock interview with a friend/family member
Make a list of things that make YOU great!
If you can, practice answering these questions with a friend, family member, or mentor. It helps tremendously to actually verbalize the answers rather than just thinking/writing how you would answer them. Practice answering the questions a few times if you can. Also, when I interview for jobs I always make a "cheat sheet" with keywords for my answers to questions. But maybe most importantly, I pick five words that positively describe me and I write them in large print at the top of my page so that I have a constant reminder of all of the great things I would bring to that job.
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Gloria’s Answer
Hi Zen,
How wonderful! An interview is a great opportunity to highlight the value that you will bring to the nursing school. I do not have nursing school specific questions for you, just some general questions. I would say that you should be prepared to answer questions like "Why do you want to come to this school?" or "What value would you bring to the school?" Also, during an interview, you should be prepared with your own questions. Maybe ask questions like "What is an ideal student at your school?" or "What are some of the challenges that I should expect to face in this program?"
Stay confident in yourself. Think about your answers before you respond. You are going to do great.
Gloria
How wonderful! An interview is a great opportunity to highlight the value that you will bring to the nursing school. I do not have nursing school specific questions for you, just some general questions. I would say that you should be prepared to answer questions like "Why do you want to come to this school?" or "What value would you bring to the school?" Also, during an interview, you should be prepared with your own questions. Maybe ask questions like "What is an ideal student at your school?" or "What are some of the challenges that I should expect to face in this program?"
Stay confident in yourself. Think about your answers before you respond. You are going to do great.
Gloria
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Sanober’s Answer
Hi Zen,
I just want to echo some of the great answers previously said. Nursing schools are most likely going to ask you why you chose the field of nursing, what inspired you, and why you specifically want to study in their program. There are thousands of future nurses like you also applying to similar programs, so they want to see what sets you apart. If you have a moment or a story that you can mention in the interview to highlight your passion, that will definitely help! Don't overthink it too much though, as you can view the interview as more of a conversation with a future professor/lecturer instead of an intimidating interview. They are on your side and want you to succeed as much as you do!
Hope this helps :)
Sanober
I just want to echo some of the great answers previously said. Nursing schools are most likely going to ask you why you chose the field of nursing, what inspired you, and why you specifically want to study in their program. There are thousands of future nurses like you also applying to similar programs, so they want to see what sets you apart. If you have a moment or a story that you can mention in the interview to highlight your passion, that will definitely help! Don't overthink it too much though, as you can view the interview as more of a conversation with a future professor/lecturer instead of an intimidating interview. They are on your side and want you to succeed as much as you do!
Hope this helps :)
Sanober