RN, Registered Nurse | Neurosurgery Clinic
Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a time you supported a patient facing a frightening diagnosis.
What they are checking: Compassion and steady communication for patients facing life-changing procedures.
Tell me about a time you worked closely with a surgeon or APC who had high expectations. How did that go?
What they are checking: Ability to partner with demanding providers professionally and confidently.
What would you do
Walk me through how you handle a phone triage call from a post-op patient with a headache and fever after brain surgery.
What they are checking: Clinical judgment about infection or other serious complications and clear escalation.
How do you manage an in-basket full of messages on your triage day?
What they are checking: Ability to sort urgent from routine messages so serious problems are handled first.
How do you explain spine surgery restrictions to a patient so they actually follow them at home?
What they are checking: Clear, practical teaching that improves recovery and reduces complications.
About the work
You will run nurse-only pre-op and post-op visits for patients having brain tumor surgery, spinal fusions and discectomies. What would you cover in a pre-op visit?
What they are checking: Whether they can prepare patients thoroughly for major surgery, including medications, expectations and risks.
A spinal fusion patient calls a week after surgery reporting new leg weakness and trouble urinating. What do you do?
What they are checking: Recognizing possible nerve compression, an emergency that needs immediate evaluation.
What do you know about halo vest care, and what problems do you watch for?
What they are checking: Familiarity with pin site care and signs of loosening or infection that the posting names directly.
How would you support a patient going through Deep Brain Stimulation?
What they are checking: Understanding the DBS process and the patient education and emotional support it requires.
A post-op patient's incision is red, warm and draining. What do you assess and who do you involve?
What they are checking: Wound assessment skills and timely escalation for possible surgical site infection.
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