Preparing for a Band 6 nursing interview - help please!

[tiredemma]

I have just found out that I have been shortlisted for a Deputy Ward Managers post. I really want this job-

Now I have gone blank- I have no clue what to expect.

What type of questions can I expect?

any advice appreciated.

(had no concerns about my band 5 interview- I feel sick with anxiety!!)

[cubscout]

Well done! And good luck.

Some management type questions, supervision, maybe a scenario or two, any relevant clinical stuff to your specialty, personal development (what do you want/ what might you need?)

[tiredemma]

thanks- very helpful.

(got lots to read up on)

[Northernlurker]

Think about how you keep patients safe. Patient safety is v big atm (thankfully!)
Also - v challenging financial climate - how will you manage with limited resources, shrinking resources etc.
What do you do if x doesn't turn up for work? Don't forget formal sickness/performance monitoring procedures to address the overall issue of staff absence as well as showing you can fire fight on the day.

What would you change?

What are you most proud of?

What's going on in your hospital atm? if you have any big action plans or building projects show that you know how your ward will fit in with that.

[tiredemma]

thanks for the advice.

[CharlotteBronteSaurus]

are you still forensic mental health?

[CharlotteBronteSaurus]

sorry - that read as though i am a deputy ward mgr which i'm not. but i do work on the clinical side in an MSU

[wideawakenurse]

Yes, can you clarify what area you are working in?

I have interviewed many band 6's over the years. I think the key is to remember that as much as you are supporting your juniors, the band 6 has an important role in supporting the ward sister. She needs to hear that her deputy will support her decisions, be able to manage the ward in her absence. This involves not only the practical tasks. But also to convey his/her culture and leadership in their absence.

It is always good to draw on experiences in interviews, so this demonstrates you know what the how is of something rather than the what. For example, how do you support juniors would be well answered with examples of how you have mentored, helped settle in new staff etc.

You will also need to demonstrate that you understand the need to give feedback to staff, both positive and negative in terms of performance and that you will be able to help staff improve performance via development and role modeling.

Most importantly, show a passion for nursing ad your service and try to clearly define how you will effect and improve patient experience.

Good luck

[tiredemma]

thank you all. very valuable information offered here.

My interview is today. eek!

[ladylush]

Saw this too late - how did the interview go?

[tiredemma]

Got it!

thanks for asking

[CharlotteBronteSaurus]

nice one
bet you'll be fab

[ladylush]

Well done

[Northernlurker]

Well done!

[walid]

hello all, i have an interview this week for bamd 6 and i am experiencing the same problems. i am not sure what i will be asked. can you help please anyone?

[walid]

do you get asked about managing ward budget please?

[Brizzle01]

Hi ! I am new to this website, but registered because I thought the advice given by people, in relation to interviewing, was good. I have an interview for a children's endocrine specialist nurse (band 6) coming up and was wondering if there was anyone with any further constructive advice out there ?

[kalaketty11]

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[Lottielou2015]

I am enjoying the interview advice as ive had several interviews and been unsuccessful

[Lottielou2015]

has anyone got advice for community band 6 interview criteria

[MaiRyan]

Hallo everyone Was just checking where I could get advise on Band 6 Epilepsy specialist nurse when i found you guys here. Thanks I need advise on what sort of questions to expect please.

[Jacqui201]

Need some help with type of questions for band 6 interviews, please

[SauvignonBlanche]

Why not start a new post and tell us about the specific role you are being interviewed for?

[sanjus96]

Can you guys suggest some Quistions and answers for band6 nursing interview in a medical ward

[sanjus96]

Thank you

[Sounbelievablydull]

Examples are always asked for eg an example of conflict and how you resolved/dealt with it- do try and think of an example that isn't too out there and that shows you in a good light I have heard some shocking answers!!
How you would organise yourself think of what you would use eg priorities delegation diaries
The c's are often asked about and how you exemplify them.
Community you go to see a patient no answer what would you do?
Again community data protection, governance consent
Be very positive and enthusiastic good luck