University of Derby bsc adult nursing interview

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Why have you chosen to pursue a career in nursing?

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Why are you interested in studying at XXX Uni?

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What are your career goals, and how does this programme align with them?

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Can you describe a time when you had to handle a stressful situation? How did you manage it?

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Give an example of how you have worked effectively as part of a team.

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Imagine a scenario where a patient is unhappy with their care; how would you handle this situation?

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What do you think are the most important qualities for a nurse to have?

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How would you handle a situation where you witness a doctor/nurse behaving unethically?

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Discuss a time when you had to make a difficult ethical decision.

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What do you understand by 'patient-centered care'?

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How do you stay updated with the latest in nursing and healthcare? (They are now BIG on research and staying up to date with evidence-based practice)

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What do you see as the most significant challenges currently facing the nursing profession? (By far, the shortage of nurses is the number one issue. I have often seen nurses unable to deliver safe, effective care because there just weren’t enough qualified nurses on the ward).

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What have you learnt from your previous educational or work experiences that you can bring to this programme?

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Discuss any relevant healthcare experience you have.

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What specific areas of nursing are you interested in and why?

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What are your strengths and weaknesses as they relate to a career in nursing?

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How do you manage your time, especially under pressure?

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How will you maintain a good work-life balance?