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INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

Interview Questions for Medical-Surgical Nurse Practitioner

What clinical skills do you possess that are relevant to medical-surgical nursing?

How do you maintain patient confidentiality?

Do you actively participate in ongoing education to stay updated on the latest medical and surgical nursing practices? How do you do this?

How do you manage the healthcare needs of patients undergoing surgical procedures?

Can you provide an example of a time when you had to make a quick decision in a high-pressure situation?

What is your experience with pharmacology and medication administration?

Describe a time when you had to use critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address a patient's needs.

How do you handle working in a team-oriented environment?

How do you educate patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-operative home care?

Can you discuss a time when you had to advocate for a patient's needs and preferences?

How do you stay updated on the latest advancements and research in medical and surgical nursing?

Can you provide an example of a challenging situation you have faced in a medical-surgical nursing setting and how you overcome it?

Can you provide examples of how you have demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills in your previous role?

What experience do you have with electronic health records systems?

How do you handle stressful situations while providing patient care?

How do you ensure a smooth transition of care for patients when they are discharged from the surgical unit?

Describe your approach to conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing treatment plans.

Describe a time when you had to provide emotional support to a patient and their family during a surgical procedure.

How do you monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary?

How do you stay organized and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in a medical-surgical nursing role?

How do you ensure accurate documentation of all treatments provided to patients?

What is your approach to prescribing medications and therapy, and performing routine follow-up exams?

Describe a situation where you had to deal with a difficult team member. How did you handle it?

Do you have any certifications or specialized training in medical-surgical nursing?

What steps do you take to ensure patient safety during surgery?

Can you discuss a time when you had to handle a medical emergency in a surgical setting?

Can you give an example of when you had to manage your time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced healthcare setting?

What qualities do you possess that make you a good fit for a medical-surgical nursing position?

Describe your experience in using evidence-based practice in medical-surgical nursing.

Can you discuss a time when you collaborated with physicians and surgical teams to provide pre-operative and post-operative care?

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