KAISER EKG TEST STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALREADY PASSED!!
Tell me about yourself - (ANSWER)- I'm a recent graduate of San Jose state. where i
concurrently pursued a degree in both nursing and biological sciences. The reason i chose
to continue to pursue nursing is because upon being accepted to the program I loved the
patient interaction i received in the nursing clinical setting. I am partriculary interested in
maternal newborn health and labor and delivery because of the strong bonds formed
with the patients and their families as we work closely with them to during this important
life event.
- THus my background has been focused on preparing myself to become a great L&D RN.
Specifically, (
- I am excited to continue on this path and I feel that what have done up to this point has
prepared for this position.
-
how do you prioritize.? - (ANSWER)-assess and gather as much information as possible
about the tasks that need to be done
-For example, i assess level of difficulty, when the deadlines are, whether or not similar
task can be grouped together
- Use this information to devise a plan and prepare myself to handle the situation and get
things done in the most timely and effective way
- Example-
----CLINICAL Situation- there was a time where I participated in the management of four
observation rooms used to triage patients. It was a challenging situation for me because
prior to that experience I had been accustomed to seeing about 2 patients per night.
However that night, patients were being discharged, admitted, and seen at such a fast
rate that it was difficult for me to keep up and organize all the information.
---- The way I handled the situation was first i maintained my composure so as to not
stress out or worry pregnant moms who can probably easily be stressed out and then i
assessed how i can get things done efficiently so as to not overwhelm myself even more.
,For example, I tried to work as quickly and efficiently as possible, such as charting
immediately instead of waiting till i finished everything to chart. grouping similar task and
also collaborating with my preceptor in the division of tasks. Also, i asked my preceptor
for tips during our break, From that experience. i definitely tested my prioritization and
time management skills. and I was just happy to have survived that night without any
incidencts.
What are your strengths? - (ANSWER)- My strenght is my adaptability, effective
teamplayer, diligence in accomplishing goals.
-I feel my main strength is my focus and determination in succesffully accomplishing the
goals I have set out for myself.
- For example, one of the personal goals i have set for myself and also something i feel is
one of my greatest accomplishments was completing my dual major and dual minor while
maintaining a balance between my professional and personal life. It was something that
was definitely challenging and took a lot of discipline, and i was met with a variety of
challenges and I also encountered discouragement form authroatitative figures. (Ex-
nurse advisor consistenty pushed me to drop my second major and kept telling me that i
couldn't do it.)
- However, despite these challenges, by focus and persistence and maintaining a positive
attitude i was able to completed both my majors and graduate with honors.
What are your weaknesses? - (ANSWER)-I tend to over think things, especially when i
learn something new, i tend to really want to get it right and so i'll spend too much time
thinking about it in my head -There were times that this has hindered my ability to
perform with the quickness and efficiency that many situations require
- for example (CLINICAL EXAMPLE)- I had a patient during my preceptorship that came in
with a precipitous delivery and when everyone who was available , including myself, came
in to assist with the delivery, but since everything that i had learned was happening in fast
forward, and i because i was too busy thinking "Ok whats my priority, what needs to be
done" as opposed to of actually doing something , I made little contribution the team
effort as i should have and would have wanted to.
- However from this experience I was able to improve other emergency situations where I
i mae th effort and
,What are your career goals? - (ANSWER)-I know that i want to be in a position orwhere i
am promoting women's health more specifically promoting a healthy pregnancy
outcome. therefore my short goal would be to work for a hospital such as this where I can
learn and function effectively as part of a team of members that are also dedicated to
optimizing womens health.
-My long term goals would be to expan my education by obtaining an advanced degree
focused on womans health and use the knowledge and experience gained over the years
to move up in the field.
((Im not completely sure which program I would specifically want to pursue. I would
assume that after some time of working and being in the field I will know what best fits
me and can be most beneficial to the facility i work for.
Why nursing? - (ANSWER)As I've mentioned I've always seen myself working in the health
field. . But to be completely honest with you - honestly I didn't really know which career i
wanted. and to be completely honest nursing probably wasn't my first choice,
- but when i got accepted to the nursing program , and learned more about the what
nursing is. i fell in love with the patient interaction that nursing provided me with. and I'm
most happy when I can use my skills and knowledge to have a positive impact on
someone. and thats exactly what we do as nurses. We utilize our knowledge and skills
and compassion to promote and optimize the overall-well-being of our patients.
Why L&D? - (ANSWER)The reason i want to pursue a career in labor and delivery is
because i want to be a great nurse that provides excellent care. And i personally believe
that in order to be an excellent nurse one must not only have the appropriate nursing
skills and competencies but must also be passionate about what he or she is doing which
is how i feel about maternal newborn health.
- the reason i am so passionate about this particular field is because as an L&D nurse, I
would have a crucial role in such an important life event, the brith of a child. with L&D
nurses we work as a team to do what is necessary to ensure the safe delivery of the child.
Furthermore i love the relationships and bonds we form with the families and i find it
extremely rewarding seeing how appreciative they are of the work we do.
, Why do you want to work for this hospital? - (ANSWER)From my experience working in
Kaiser santa clara and as a kaiser permamante member myself It has become most
evident to me the dedication the company and the healthcare providers that make it
have to optimizing patient, and employee well being.
-For example, I am so impressed by the vast amount of wellness information and
resources provided to both members and employees such as the resources available as
part of the healthy workorce program.
- In addition i greatly admire that the facility encourages patients to take an active role in
their care and is supportive of patient preferences such as offering midwife services.
why should we hire you? - (ANSWER)I have extensive knowledge and experiencein the
field tht has given me a strong foundation for which to build upon. Most notably my
recent preceptroship in the labor and delivery unit of kaiser santa clara. Aside from my
professional background, I have the personality and drive necessary for success. I'm
passionate about labor and delivery , excellent and eager learner, a great team player,
and with everything I do, I always push myself to higher levels of performance. So with
me you not only have someone with the experience and learning capabilities to meet
your expectations, you have someone who is motivated and committed to exceeding
them.
- Ex- with all my tutors I've always spent extra hours and put in the extra work necessary
to make sure that they not only understand the material but they got positive results as
evident by improved grades. With my patients I will spend the extra time and and put in
the extra work to make sure their experience is a positive one and they feel included in
their care.
what qualitities that you have that you can contribute - (ANSWER)-excellent team player-
everything we do is a team effort and in order to be most effective as a team, every
member should be respectful of the other and be able to communicate effectively.
-My adaptability and ability to thrive in challenging environments. For example. i always
try to come prepared. " I find that this is very useful in the clinical setting especially the
labor and delivery setting because as i've come to learn from my senior preceptorship.
even a labor that seems to be very uncomplicated can become an emergent situation and
so having this strength helps me to anticipate any problems or complications that may
arise and be prepared to handle it.
Tell me about yourself - (ANSWER)- I'm a recent graduate of San Jose state. where i
concurrently pursued a degree in both nursing and biological sciences. The reason i chose
to continue to pursue nursing is because upon being accepted to the program I loved the
patient interaction i received in the nursing clinical setting. I am partriculary interested in
maternal newborn health and labor and delivery because of the strong bonds formed
with the patients and their families as we work closely with them to during this important
life event.
- THus my background has been focused on preparing myself to become a great L&D RN.
Specifically, (
- I am excited to continue on this path and I feel that what have done up to this point has
prepared for this position.
-
how do you prioritize.? - (ANSWER)-assess and gather as much information as possible
about the tasks that need to be done
-For example, i assess level of difficulty, when the deadlines are, whether or not similar
task can be grouped together
- Use this information to devise a plan and prepare myself to handle the situation and get
things done in the most timely and effective way
- Example-
----CLINICAL Situation- there was a time where I participated in the management of four
observation rooms used to triage patients. It was a challenging situation for me because
prior to that experience I had been accustomed to seeing about 2 patients per night.
However that night, patients were being discharged, admitted, and seen at such a fast
rate that it was difficult for me to keep up and organize all the information.
---- The way I handled the situation was first i maintained my composure so as to not
stress out or worry pregnant moms who can probably easily be stressed out and then i
assessed how i can get things done efficiently so as to not overwhelm myself even more.
,For example, I tried to work as quickly and efficiently as possible, such as charting
immediately instead of waiting till i finished everything to chart. grouping similar task and
also collaborating with my preceptor in the division of tasks. Also, i asked my preceptor
for tips during our break, From that experience. i definitely tested my prioritization and
time management skills. and I was just happy to have survived that night without any
incidencts.
What are your strengths? - (ANSWER)- My strenght is my adaptability, effective
teamplayer, diligence in accomplishing goals.
-I feel my main strength is my focus and determination in succesffully accomplishing the
goals I have set out for myself.
- For example, one of the personal goals i have set for myself and also something i feel is
one of my greatest accomplishments was completing my dual major and dual minor while
maintaining a balance between my professional and personal life. It was something that
was definitely challenging and took a lot of discipline, and i was met with a variety of
challenges and I also encountered discouragement form authroatitative figures. (Ex-
nurse advisor consistenty pushed me to drop my second major and kept telling me that i
couldn't do it.)
- However, despite these challenges, by focus and persistence and maintaining a positive
attitude i was able to completed both my majors and graduate with honors.
What are your weaknesses? - (ANSWER)-I tend to over think things, especially when i
learn something new, i tend to really want to get it right and so i'll spend too much time
thinking about it in my head -There were times that this has hindered my ability to
perform with the quickness and efficiency that many situations require
- for example (CLINICAL EXAMPLE)- I had a patient during my preceptorship that came in
with a precipitous delivery and when everyone who was available , including myself, came
in to assist with the delivery, but since everything that i had learned was happening in fast
forward, and i because i was too busy thinking "Ok whats my priority, what needs to be
done" as opposed to of actually doing something , I made little contribution the team
effort as i should have and would have wanted to.
- However from this experience I was able to improve other emergency situations where I
i mae th effort and
,What are your career goals? - (ANSWER)-I know that i want to be in a position orwhere i
am promoting women's health more specifically promoting a healthy pregnancy
outcome. therefore my short goal would be to work for a hospital such as this where I can
learn and function effectively as part of a team of members that are also dedicated to
optimizing womens health.
-My long term goals would be to expan my education by obtaining an advanced degree
focused on womans health and use the knowledge and experience gained over the years
to move up in the field.
((Im not completely sure which program I would specifically want to pursue. I would
assume that after some time of working and being in the field I will know what best fits
me and can be most beneficial to the facility i work for.
Why nursing? - (ANSWER)As I've mentioned I've always seen myself working in the health
field. . But to be completely honest with you - honestly I didn't really know which career i
wanted. and to be completely honest nursing probably wasn't my first choice,
- but when i got accepted to the nursing program , and learned more about the what
nursing is. i fell in love with the patient interaction that nursing provided me with. and I'm
most happy when I can use my skills and knowledge to have a positive impact on
someone. and thats exactly what we do as nurses. We utilize our knowledge and skills
and compassion to promote and optimize the overall-well-being of our patients.
Why L&D? - (ANSWER)The reason i want to pursue a career in labor and delivery is
because i want to be a great nurse that provides excellent care. And i personally believe
that in order to be an excellent nurse one must not only have the appropriate nursing
skills and competencies but must also be passionate about what he or she is doing which
is how i feel about maternal newborn health.
- the reason i am so passionate about this particular field is because as an L&D nurse, I
would have a crucial role in such an important life event, the brith of a child. with L&D
nurses we work as a team to do what is necessary to ensure the safe delivery of the child.
Furthermore i love the relationships and bonds we form with the families and i find it
extremely rewarding seeing how appreciative they are of the work we do.
, Why do you want to work for this hospital? - (ANSWER)From my experience working in
Kaiser santa clara and as a kaiser permamante member myself It has become most
evident to me the dedication the company and the healthcare providers that make it
have to optimizing patient, and employee well being.
-For example, I am so impressed by the vast amount of wellness information and
resources provided to both members and employees such as the resources available as
part of the healthy workorce program.
- In addition i greatly admire that the facility encourages patients to take an active role in
their care and is supportive of patient preferences such as offering midwife services.
why should we hire you? - (ANSWER)I have extensive knowledge and experiencein the
field tht has given me a strong foundation for which to build upon. Most notably my
recent preceptroship in the labor and delivery unit of kaiser santa clara. Aside from my
professional background, I have the personality and drive necessary for success. I'm
passionate about labor and delivery , excellent and eager learner, a great team player,
and with everything I do, I always push myself to higher levels of performance. So with
me you not only have someone with the experience and learning capabilities to meet
your expectations, you have someone who is motivated and committed to exceeding
them.
- Ex- with all my tutors I've always spent extra hours and put in the extra work necessary
to make sure that they not only understand the material but they got positive results as
evident by improved grades. With my patients I will spend the extra time and and put in
the extra work to make sure their experience is a positive one and they feel included in
their care.
what qualitities that you have that you can contribute - (ANSWER)-excellent team player-
everything we do is a team effort and in order to be most effective as a team, every
member should be respectful of the other and be able to communicate effectively.
-My adaptability and ability to thrive in challenging environments. For example. i always
try to come prepared. " I find that this is very useful in the clinical setting especially the
labor and delivery setting because as i've come to learn from my senior preceptorship.
even a labor that seems to be very uncomplicated can become an emergent situation and
so having this strength helps me to anticipate any problems or complications that may
arise and be prepared to handle it.
