By: Sarah K. Wells MSN RN CEN CNL

The first thing you will be asked in every interview is some version of, “Tell us about yourself.” 

To successfully introduce yourself, you need to craft an elevator pitch about yourself. This is an attention-grabbing 30 to 60 second pitch about you as a nurse that gives an idea of who you are and why employers should hire you.  

Here is my recipe for a winning nurse introduction: 

• Gratitude: Start with, “Thank you for having me.”

• Your Full Name: Make sure you use the name that is on your resume. 

• Nursing School: Mention when you graduated and your degree.

• Clinical Experience: Give a brief overview of your healthcare experience with emphasis on types of units where you worked, any special training you received, and the patient populations served.

• Outstanding Qualities: What makes you different from other applicants?

• A Closer: “These qualities and experiences are why I would be a great member of your care team.”

Practice makes perfect of course, and it is best to practice with a partner! New Thing Nurse offers interview coaching for all your nurse interview needs. Practice with the best to SHINE during your next nursing or nurse practitioner interview!

Schedule time with New Thing Nurse to perfect your nurse elevator pitch and learn to be your own best hype person!

About the Author: Sarah K. Wells, MSN, RN, CEN, CNL is an 11+ year nurse dedicated to helping nurses of all experience levels and specialties achieve success in their careers. Sarah founded New Thing Nurse to help provide support and guidance to the nursing community in a simple and direct format. Sarah’s vision is to foster a more supportive and fulfilled nursing world that spreads throughout healthcare and beyond.

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