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23 BAND 7 NURSE (NHS) Interview
Here’s the FULL LIST of BAND 7 NURSE (NHS) INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:
Q1. Tell me about yourself.
SUGGESTED ANSWER:
“Thank you for the opportunity to be interviewed for this Band 7 nurse position with your NHS Trust today. I would describe myself as a resilient, forward-thinking, knowledgeable and competent nurse who has the skills, qualities, and experience to match the job description. I have the confidence to lead teams of nurses and healthcare professionals, and my experience has been built from many years working in various departments and hospitals, collaborating with and learning from talented NHS staff, and a genuine desire to continually develop professionally. I have strong communication skills, and I am a confident and decisive decision maker who can be relied upon to deliver first class treatment and care to all patients. Finally, my knowledge of NHS policies, and health, safety and security procedures will enable me to hit the ground running and be an excellent Band 7 nurse and leader for your trust.”
Q2. Why do you want to be a Band 7 nurse?
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“I want to be a Band 7 nurse because of the level of responsibility that comes with the position. I want to be a Band 7 nurse because I can have a direct impact on patients’ lives by insisting my team always deliver first class treatment and care, something I am very passionate about. I also want to be a Band 7 nurse because I can have a direct impact on the development and careers of the nursing staff under my control. I have the leadership and motivational skills to help other nurses reach their full potential, and in this role, I will encourage my staff to take advantage of every learning and development opportunity that comes their way. This means I will be contributing to the future success of the NHS by helping the nurses I am managing be the best versions of themselves possible.”
Q3. What are the most important skills and qualities needed to be an NHS Band 7 nurse?
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Q4. Tell me about a time you led by example in a healthcare setting.
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Q5. How would you identify the learning and development needs of nursing staff in your team as a Band 7 nurse?
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Q6. Why do you want to work for the NHS?
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Q7. How would you manage and resolve a patient complaint as a Band 7 NHS nurse.
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Q8. What are your strengths?
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Q9. What’s your biggest weakness?
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Q10. How will you cope with the emotional demands that come with being an NHS Band 7 nurse?
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Q11. What is the professional duty of candour?
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Q12. Tell me about a time when you helped support change in a healthcare team or hospital.
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Q13. Describe a situation when you had to work under pressure to achieve a difficult nursing or healthcare task.
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Q14. What are the future challenges facing this NHS Trust and how would you prepare for them as a Band 7 nurse?
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Q15. WWhat do you expect your duties to be as an NHS Band 7 Nurse?
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Q16. Describe the six Cs of Nursing and tell me which one you think is the most important.
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Q17. What is Clinical Governance?
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Q18. What are the values of the NHS give an example when you demonstrated one of them at work?
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Q19. How would you manage an underperforming nurse within your team?
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Q20. How would you motivate a team of nurses?
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Q21. How would you deal with conflict between two nurses?
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Q22. Why should we hire you as a Band 7 nurse for the NHS?
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Q23. That’s the end of your NHS Band 7 Nurse interview. Do you have any questions for us?
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Yes! I Want To Pass My Interview!THE SKILLS AND QUALITIES NEEDED TO BE AN NHS BAND 7 NURSE
As a Band 7 Nurse, your role will go far beyond patient treatment and care. This senior NHS nursing position involves leading a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals which means you must act as a positive role model, uphold the NHS values and principles, and be an engaging leader.
You will need the skill of developing yourself and others, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build positive working relationships with your staff and other departments, and promote an inclusive working environment where there is opportunity for all.
Other essential skills and qualities needed to be a competent NHS Band 7 nurse include:
- Teamwork and collaboration skills.
- A focus on delivering world class patient care.
- Planning and implementing staff performance reviews including the provision of ongoing training.
- Collaborating with patient carers and their
- Ensuring respect, equality and diversity are at the forefront of your work.
- Knowledge of health, safety and security.
- A thorough understanding of NHS working practices and systems.
- Knowledge of infection control and clinical governance.
- Adhering to confidentiality
- Maintaining a safe and clean working environment at all times.
TOP TIPS FOR PASSING A BAND 7 NURSE NHS INTERVIEW
TIP #1 – READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION
Take the time to carefully read the job description for the Band 7 Nurse NHS position you are applying for. Whist reading the document, take a highlighter pen and highlight the key skills, qualities and experience required in the role.
Next, think of situations you have been in where you meet each essential area. This will enable you to answer some of the tougher competency-based questions that will be asked during your interview.
TIP #2 – LEARN THE NHS VALUES
Most hospitals and NHS Trusts will use the standard NHS constitutional values of:
- Working together for patients.
- Respect and dignity.
- Commitment to quality of care.
- Compassion.
- Improving lives.
- Everyone counts.
Learn the values and have examples of where you have previously demonstrated each one in the workplace. A common NHS Band 7 NHS Nurse interview question is:
Q. What are the NHS values and tell me about a time you demonstrated one of them in the workplace.
NOTE: You can watch and study an informative NHS Values interview training tutorial on YouTube here:
TIP #3 – THINK CAREFULLY WHY YOU WANT TO BE A BAND 7 NURSE!
Write down a list of the reasons why you want to take up this senior nursing position. There is a lot of responsibility that comes with a band 7 NHS role, and the interviewer will want to be assured that you want the position for valid and genuine reasons.
Avoid reasons such as pay, and perks of the job. Instead, give reasons that focus on having the ability to make a difference to your nursing teams development, and having a positive impact on the future of the NHS.
TIP #4 – HAVE 3 QUESTIONS READY TO ASK AT THE END OF YOUR BAND 7 NSH NURSING INTERVIEW
Towards the end of your NHS Band 7 Nurse interview, you may have the chance to ask some questions of your own. We recommend asking 3 smart questions such as the following:
QUESTION – If I am successful, what could I do to help you provide a better service to patients?
QUESTION – What are the major challenges facing this NHS Trust and how could I support you in my role?
QUESTION – Based on your experience, what advice would you give to the successful candidate who wants to excel as a band 7 nurse?
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