Nurse Supervisor Interview Questions

Dedication to caring for patients should be a nurse’s reason to stay motivated. A nurse supervisor should have a deep knowledge of the medical field. Freshers can be hired as well. Ask questions that direct their hands-on experience if any and high-quality service provision to patients.

Here are the questions to help you find the best candidate for the role. 

• Why do you want to work for us? 
• What according to you are the qualities a nurse supervisor should possess? 
• How do you define yourself? 
• What do you think is the rewarding part of the job? 
• How do you think the healthcare centre will be affected positively by hiring you? 
• What do you think are the major challenges of this job? 
• How do you think your past experience has helped you for your present role? 
• How do you prioritize work? 
• What do you think are your prime duties? 
• What is the first thing you’ll focus on if you’re hired? 
• Do you consider yourself a team player? 
• The job of a nurse is incredibly challenging and stressful. How will you handle it? 
• How comfortable are you working with other doctors and nurses? 
• How will you manage a difficult patient? 
• What is your experience with caring for specially-abled people? 
• How do you stay updated and knowledgeable about this field, given that there is no end to seeking medical knowledge and with advancements, newer treatments are coming up but so are diseases? 
• Have you experienced harassment or verbal abuse by patients or their relatives? What did you do? 
• Describe a busy workday. 
• Have you worked as a frontline worker due to the covid-19 pandemic? Share your experiences.  
• What experience do you have of this specialty?  
• Would you want to change your specialty or learn something new? 
• Tell us about a time when you felt fulfilled with your job? 
• Defend the remuneration package that you want.