Registered Nurse(RN) - ER
Posted Aug 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026
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Behavioral
Tell me about a time you cared for an elderly patient whose presentation was confusing or atypical, and how you figured out what was actually going on.
geriatric assessment skill, since this is a Geriatric Certified ED where older adults present differently than younger patients
Tell me about a code you were part of. What was your role and what would you do differently now?
hands-on resuscitation experience and honest self-reflection, since ACLS/PALS are required within six months
Tell me about a time a physician or another nurse disagreed with your read of a patient's condition. How did you handle it?
communication and advocacy skills in a fast-paced interdisciplinary environment
You're working a 1900 to 0730 shift. How do you manage your own fatigue and judgment in the early morning hours when the department is still busy?
self-awareness about night shift performance and patient safety
Tell me about a shift where you had to reassess your priorities every few minutes because things kept changing. What helped you stay organized?
adaptability and systems for tracking multiple patients simultaneously
Technical
What's your process for recognizing chest pain that needs to move to the front of the line, given this hospital is Chest Pain Accredited?
knowledge of chest pain protocols and door-to-EKG time standards
How do you keep your BLS, ACLS, and PALS skills sharp between certifications, especially for pediatric emergencies which don't come through the door as often?
whether the nurse maintains competency proactively rather than just checking a box
Since this ED sends patients on to Aurora St. Luke's for higher level care, tell me about a time you had to prepare a patient for transfer to another facility.
understanding of transfer protocols and clear handoff communication
Situational
Walk me through how you triage a patient when the waiting room is full and you get a call that EMS is bringing in a possible stroke patient.
whether the candidate can prioritize acuity quickly and follow stroke protocol under pressure
This is a Level III Trauma Center with a 3 to 1 ratio. Describe how you'd handle it if a trauma comes in while you already have three other patients, one of whom is unstable.
real-world time management and delegation under a specific staffing ratio
How would you handle a family member who is escalating and getting aggressive while you're trying to care for their loved one and manage other patients?
de-escalation skills and composure under stress
If you noticed a near-miss, like a medication almost given to the wrong patient, what would you do in the moment and afterward?
commitment to patient safety culture and willingness to report errors
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