“LPN Frequently Asked Questions in various Practical Nurse job interviews by interviewer. The set of questions are here to ensures that you offer a perfect answer posed to you. So get preparation for your new job interview”
I experienced an externship at [insert company here], which gave me the hands-on experience with patients I need in order to make a difference on day one of my new career.
You should not pass up this chance to play up your positive attributes in preference for a standard response. Illustrate the things that motivate you by bringing up an example from your actual experience. Use the example to highlight your positive attributes without deviating from answering the actual question.
Never mention the bad points that may have caused you to seek out something better. Instead, mention the things that you have learned and maintain a positive, forward-looking perspective. Point out that you are searching for new challenges and experiences that will help you grow as an individual.
A loaded question. This is a nasty little game that you will probably lose if you answer first. So, do not answer it. Instead, say something like, That’s a tough question. Can you tell me the range for this position?
In most cases, the interviewer, taken off guard, will tell you. If not, say that it can depend on the details of the job. Then give a wide range.
There are many things I find extremely rewarding about nursing. It can be something like seeing the joy when a mother hold her newborn infant for the first time or helping someone get back on their feet after recovering from major surgery. I also find interacting with patients and their families very rewarding.
I would notify my shift supervisor and offer to stay until my replacement arrived.
Yes, I would like to eventually become a registered nurse and maybe even pursue a specialty. I think this would make me more valuable to patients and to my employer. My ultimate career goal is to learn as much as I can so I can have the greatest impact possible. I’m also interested in taking on a lead role in nursing.
This is a question interviewers love to ask. Stress is an inevitable part of any job, especially in nursing. Nurses have some of the highest levels of job related stress of any career. Some specific stressors vary depending on position and facility; some are universal. Either way you can count on having to manage stress on the job. The key to this is learning what works for you. Once you figure this out, you can easily relay this to a potential employer. Good ways to manage stress on the job can include simple things such as deep breathing or counting to ten. As cliché as they sound they can often work. Other more creative ways to manage stress include preventing it in the first place. Good organizational skills and time management skills can make the difference between a crazy or stressful shift and one that is more under your control. Collaborating with other team members and not being afraid to ask for help when it is needed are also great ways to decrease stress. One important thing to remember is that as nurses, we are there for the patients. We are there to ensure high quality care. It is important to stay calm and focused during stressful situations.
Of course, there are less than desirable answers to this question as well. One common method of stress management is smoking. Despite knowing the dangers millions continue to smoke cigarettes and nurses are no exception. This is not a good thing to tell potential employers. Never lie if the interviewer asks, but don’t give smoking as one of your preferred stress management techniques. This is unprofessional and not in the best interest of you or your patients. Many facilities nationwide have a ban on smoking for patients and employees.
This question has a fairly straight forward answer. Make sure to apologize to the family member, even if you have done nothing wrong. Then listen to their concerns and gather any necessary information. Assure the family member that their loved one is receiving high quality care and that they will be taken care of. If there are any concerns the family member has that require investigation or follow-up, always do it! Interviewers want to know you have the ability to problem solve as well as the ability to communicate effectively and be sincere with patient families. Never tell a family member that you do not have time for them or their loved one. Be empathetic and act as if it were your loved one being cared for.
NEVER ask this question during an interview. Asking this question implies you are worried about a drug test and can lead interviewers to believe you are an illegal drug user. Nurses should always remain drug free and clear minded to provide the best quality of care to their patients. Many LPN positions do require a drug test prior to employment. Let the employer bring this up and make sure the results will be negative.
Drug addiction is a mental disease and a serious problem. Nurses often have higher rates of drug abuse than other careers for various reasons including access to drugs and high stress levels. If you are a nurse struggling with drug addiction there is help available. Don’t hesitate to contact a local rehabilitation center or your local board of nursing. There are special drug rehabilitation programs specifically designed for nurses. Take advantage of them and heal yourself. Patient safety is always number 1 priority. Practicing impaired is NOT caring for the patients’ best interest.
Speak about specific matters that are relevant to the position you are applying for. If you do not have any specific experience, get them as close as you can.
If you are being asked this question from your employer, you can explain about your experience. Tell the employer what responsibilities you were performing in your previous job. You can tell about the programs you have developed and modules you have worked on. You can also tell about your achievements in different programs.
☛ How do you stay current in your practice?
☛ Explain evidenced-based practice and how you use it.
☛ Tell us about a time when you advocated for a patient.
☛ How did you handle an irate physician, co-worker or patient? What were the results?
☛ How would you deal with a co-worker who broke policy?
☛ What do you feel you need from the managers to ensure a successful orientation?
☛ Don't forget to ask the interviewer questions as well. Some examples of questions you may want to ask include:
☛ What is the nurse/patient ratio?
☛ What do you do to ensure a safe work environment?
☛ What challenges is the unit facing?
☛ How long is the orientation? If I feel I require additional orientation, will it be provided?
☛ Do you have any educational assistance programs available for employees?
This is one of those occasions when it might be better to avoid the absolute truth. Take one of your bad experiences, mention how you have learned from the experience, and how those lessons help make you a better nurse. Unless you are prepared to discuss how your biggest failure has made you a better person, don’t bring it up.
This is a question no one can answer for you. This is a question that must be thought about and answered honestly. Interviewers can often spot dishonesty and answers that are confabulated just to sound good. Think about where you see yourself in 5 years… really think about it if you haven’t already. Many LPNs interviewing for nursing jobs are already enrolled in or plan to attend RN school. This is a good thing to let the interviewer know. Let them know your intentions to become a Registered Nurse and why you want to further your education. If you have a certain nursing specialty in mind, convey this, especially if it is relevant to the facility you are interviewing for. When interviewing potential hires, employers don’t need or want to hear that you want to work for them forever; they simply need to know that they will be rewarded for “investing” in you as an employee. Try to tie the job you are applying for with your future goals. Focus on the experiences and knowledge you want to gain from working at a certain facility. Also focus on the impacts and influences you wish to have on patients and others working at a certain facility.
Try to include improvements that are relevant to the job. A wide variety of activities can be mentioned as positive self-improvement. Have some good ones in handy to mention in this circumstance.
Employers tend to look for goal-oriented applicants. Show a desire for continuous learning by listing your non-work related hobbies. Regardless of what hobbies you choose to present, remember that the goal is to prove self-sufficiency, time management, and motivation.
Everyone should learn from his mistake. I always try to consult my mistakes with my friends and relatives, especially with elder and experienced persons.
I enjoy working with other people, and I like to learn from them, too. I realize that sometimes personalities clash, but I’ve found that maintaining a positive attitude and always trying to be polite can smooth over disagreements. I appreciate how input from others can help me to become better at my job.
☛ What do you find most rewarding in your job?
☛ What is the most difficult part of being a LPN?
☛ What are some routine procedures that a LPN performs?
☛ What are vital signs and at what frequency should they be monitored?
☛ How do you ensure the comfort of an elderly patient?
☛ Do you have experience in administering injections?
☛ How do you replenish your knowledge in [specialty area]?
☛ What do you like about working as a team?
☛ How do you handle stress?
☛ Do you prefer working independently or under supervision?
☛ Tell me about a time you had to deal with a difficult patient
☛ Have you ever had to deliver bad news to a patient? How did you do it?
☛ Describe a time you didn’t get along with a superior
☛ Have you ever disagreed with a colleague for a treatment or nursing procedure? How did you resolve it?
☛ Tell me about a time a patient thanked you for providing excellent care
☛ Have you ever made a mistake concerning a patient? What did you learn?
☛ If you were given instructions from a RN you didn’t agree with, what would you do?
☛ Imagine a patient or a family member were dissatisfied with the provided care. How would you handle it?
☛ What would you do if a patient refused to take their medication?
☛ You enter a patient’s room and you find their vital signs are not very good. What do you do?
As an LPN you may have to deal with patients who are in pain, worried about the financial affect of their health issues or frustrated about being in hospital and away from their business or loved ones. It is important that a licensed practical nurse understand the patient’s feelings and perspective in order to deal with the situation best. The interviewer is interested in hearing how you would approach such a situation, and you should answer truthfully, citing examples of how you have dealt with this type of situation in the past.
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