Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

One of the questions I am most frequently asked is how do I prepare for an interview, and over the years of both being interviewed and interviewing I have built up a stock pile of questions and interview tips. There are many websites out there that can help you prepare, and I have included some of them as links here. World UK Article

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Hi there. First time poster on here. Could really do with a bit of help on a band 6 presentation question. 'What do you think you may have to do when performance managing someone?'

In an anticipation xxx

acsjrus

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Hi XB9S...can I ask some idea please..I will be doing presentation for band 6 interview my topic is...describe the role you will have as a band 6 nurse in shaping the future of itu department ....thank you.

allnurses Guide

XB9S, BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

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Specializes in Advanced Practice, surgery.

Band 6 interviews and presentations you should be thinking along the lines of providing strong clinical leadership to support the unit or ward manager. Look at the Francis report, you should acknowledge this and think about its implications for wider practice.

What are your organisations core values, most NHS organisations are working in a values based framework, know what this is and reference it in your presentation and interview

Performance management, think of role model, so setting the example of how a leader should behave. How do you Work with and correct poor performance, informally with support and education and then if that fails thorough a formal process.

Appraisals are vital to managing performance and there are studies that link poor appraisal compliance in healthcare to mortality rates so have a look at some of that work as well

pinkladee78

2 Posts

Specializes in haematology/oncology.

Hi,

I have a band 6 interview soon and my presentation question is "As a band 6 on the ward, how would I gain assurance of high quality patient care" please can you give me some advice of what I should put in my presentation? I thnk I have an idea of what i want in it, but also Im struggling with how to put it into my presentation as a whole.

allnurses Guide

XB9S, BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

1 Article; 3,017 Posts

Specializes in Advanced Practice, surgery.
Hi,

I have a band 6 interview soon and my presentation question is "As a band 6 on the ward, how would I gain assurance of high quality patient care" please can you give me some advice of what I should put in my presentation? I thnk I have an idea of what i want in it, but also Im struggling with how to put it into my presentation as a whole.

Think about the quality indicators so pressure sore prevalence, complaints, infection rates, financial position, ward cleanliness compliance with policy, temporary staffing use, sickness rates these are all things that give you an idea of how the ward is doing.

It'd give you a base to focus and framework your presentation on

AliHands

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Hi I wonder if anyone could help me ? I've got an interview for a band 6 next week. I have nearly 30 years of experience as a nurse but have never had the confidence to apply for a band 6. I have to do a 10 minute power point presentation " How does the role of the band 6 clinical sister influence the delivery of excellent patient care ? What qualities would a nurse in this role be required to demonstrate ? It has thrown me,I tend to go blank in interviews and I'm on the verge of pulling out ! I know I can do the job,just not sure I can show it in the interview, It is on the ward I already work on, Thank you in anticipation

Eliana1

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Im first time here PLEASE HELP HELP!! I got an interview for a band 6 job and I got to do a presentation " What will be your main challenges during your first 6 months as a band6 SAU?? Any ideas to help?.. Thank you in advance x

allnurses Guide

XB9S, BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

1 Article; 3,017 Posts

Specializes in Advanced Practice, surgery.
Im first time here PLEASE HELP HELP!! I got an interview for a band 6 job and I got to do a presentation " What will be your main challenges during your first 6 months as a band6 SAU?? Any ideas to help?.. Thank you in advance x​

Hi eliana

It would be useful to know what you feel the main challenges would be, it'll need to be specific to your unit and you personally.

are there areas of concern, or care that could be improved, how about being accepted as a different role and the learning you'll need to do to achieve what you need to do.

Personal development and the support you'll need is also worth considering.

Can anyone help with my band 6 presentation question?

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How would you as a Band 6 nurse, support and assist the Ward Manager in the management of staff and the delivery of quality, to ensure Trust targets are met?'

Thanks

allnurses Guide

XB9S, BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

1 Article; 3,017 Posts

Specializes in Advanced Practice, surgery.
Can anyone help with my band 6 presentation question?

How would you as a Band 6 nurse, support and assist the Ward Manager in the management of staff and the delivery of quality, to ensure Trust targets are met?’

Thanks

Have a look back through this thread there is quite a bit of advice that will help you prepare.

Think about what the role is, how are you going to support your ward manager, do you have an understanding of the pressures she /faces daily not just clinically but managerially

deaco27

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Hi, I am currently a band 5 on my ward and have applied for an acting band 6 role to cover maternity. Have no idea what sort of questions they'll ask so any help greatly appreciated!!!

hi sharrie

yet another band 5 looking at a band 6 post

Ive seen a band 6 for a similar ward to my own i actually did my last student placement on it.

i'm planning if possible (ward manager agreeing) to visit this week and met the ward manager and get a feel for her style. I like to know her idea and goals for the unit and interview. I've been qualified 5 year and feel i need to test myself but am very apprehensive about it

Would you expect this as normal practice.