August 31, 2020
A travel nursing interview with hospital administration can be nerve-wracking for travel nurses especially because it may be their only opportunity to talk to the facility and ask questions before accepting a position. It’s important that travel nurses make a good first impression as there are generally other applicants for the position.
Nailing the interview component is key in securing a coveted position. This is not a time to be timid or shy about your accomplishments. Brag about yourself and tell them why you deserve to be their frontrunner.
Interviewing does require some preparation besides knowing how to answer their questions. Make sure that you are:
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Generally, travel nurses will go through several rounds of interviews including with an HR representative for the healthcare facility, the nurse manager of the specific unit, and possibly the nursing director and another staff member. These interviews are utilized to find individuals that will fit the needs of the unit as well as be flexible, dynamic, and well versed in bedside care.
Most interview questions are fairly similar for travel nurses because the managers want to know how you will respond in a medical emergency, how you will handle a difficult patient, how you will mesh with your co-workers, and more importantly what makes you stand out amongst the others.
Travel nursing interviews usually occur while still on another assignment so they frequently occur over the phone which can be helpful. It allows a potential travel nurse to have a list of questions and possible answers ready in case they get nervous.
So what kind of questions could a manager ask? Here is a list of common questions seen during travel nurse interviews:
The interview is also a time to ask the hospital representative, nurse manager, or staff member questions about the position, unit, and patient population. Most managers are expecting questions so even if you think you know the answer from research or other hospital employees — it is always best to ask the manager directly.
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You might only have one chance to ask these questions so it’s important that you feel comfortable with all of the information so that if you are offered the position you have all of the answers.
Commonly asked questions by potential travel nurses include:
Interviews are an essential component of the hiring process for travel nurses. Becoming comfortable talking about yourself, your accomplishments, and your abilities is key in securing your next contract.
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