ICU interview

[Guest1030824]

Hi, I'm thinking about applying for an ICU position but I have been away from the bedside for almost two years. I worked for two years in Medical-Surgical. I'm not sure what type of interview questions to expect aside from the basic "tell me about yourself" ones. Would greatly appreciate advice. Thank you!

[EOC, MSN, RN]

So glad to hear you're wanting to go into the ICU. We ask questions to try to get to know the nurse. They may ask you, tell me 3 strengths and 3 weaknesses. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Tell me about a memorable moment you had with a patient and a difficult one. Good luck!

 

[Guest1030824]

I remember an interviewer asking me "Describe a typical day on the Med Surg unit". LOL.. I don't really remember what I said but I know it was a difficult question to answer for me because there was never a "typical" day. Every day was different and as we know, we wear many hats when working bedside. What is the best way to answer these questions without going on and on?