Registered Nurse ED .9 9a-930p
Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026
Likely interview questions for this role
Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.
Behavioral
Tell me about a shift in the ED where you had four or five patients at once and one of them suddenly crashed. How did you handle the rest of your assignment while that was happening?
whether the candidate can prioritize and reassign attention under real triage pressure without losing track of other patients
Tell me about a time you disagreed with a physician's order or plan for a patient. What did you do?
whether the nurse advocates for patient safety while working within the chain of communication
Describe a time you worked with a combative or intoxicated patient. How did you keep yourself and the patient safe?
safety judgment and de-escalation experience specific to ED populations
Tell me about a time you made a mistake or almost made one in patient care. What did you do after you noticed it?
honesty, accountability, and whether they follow proper reporting and correction procedures
Technical
Walk me through how you triage a patient who comes in with chest pain versus one who comes in with a minor laceration, when both arrive around the same time.
working knowledge of ESI triage levels and clinical judgment under time pressure
What's your process for recognizing early signs of sepsis in a patient who initially looks stable?
clinical knowledge of sepsis protocols and pattern recognition in a fast-moving setting
How do you keep yourself organized across multiple patients with different acuity levels during a 12 hour shift?
time management and systems thinking in a busy, unpredictable unit
Tell me about a time you were exposed to a potentially infectious patient or specimen. What precautions did you take?
adherence to infection control protocol and comfort with routine occupational risk
Where are you in terms of your BSN or certification progress, and how do you plan to meet Advocate's requirement within the timeline given?
whether the candidate understands and is already planning around the organization's education policy
Situational
A patient's family member is upset and raising their voice at the nurses station because the wait is long. What do you do in that moment?
de-escalation skill and composure in a high-visibility, high-stress environment
How do you approach a patient handoff at the end of a 12 hour shift when your replacement is running late or the department is slammed?
communication discipline and commitment to patient safety over convenience
Tell me about a time you had to physically or logistically move a patient who couldn't assist with the lift. How did you handle it and who did you involve?
awareness of safe patient handling policy and willingness to use equipment and teamwork rather than improvise
This role has rotating weekends, holidays, and possible call. How do you think about balancing that kind of schedule with your life outside work?
realistic expectations and honesty about long-term fit with the schedule demands
If there were a fire alarm or evacuation order during your shift with a full department, what would you do first?
knowledge of emergency procedures and ability to stay calm while directing patient safety actions
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