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A nurse needs to have specific qualifications and certifications that are relevant for their work area - but there are other skills, attributes and competencies that a good nurse needs. Using a specific test designed to assess these attributes is the best way to ensure that you are taking forward the most qualified and the most suitable candidates.
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What is a nurse test?
The nurse test is usually a multiple-choice assessment that is designed to assess job-related skills and competencies, ensuring that the candidates who take it are qualified and knowledgeable in the areas that count.
The traditional application process relies heavily on opinions and subjective information - the 'gut feelings' of the interviewer, for example. Even with strict criteria used in the initial application review, including specific qualifications, education, or years of experience, the workload of the recruitment team can be overwhelming when faced with potentially dozens or even hundreds of similarly qualified applicants - not to mention being vulnerable to unconscious bias.
Taking all these forward to an interview is not possible in most organisations, and without objective data making the right decisions is not always easy.
More industries and businesses are utilising the organisational psychology and science behind psychometric assessments to make reducing a swollen candidate pool simple - with objective, quantifiable and unbiased data to show who the best applicants are.
To do well in the nurse test a candidate needs to demonstrate the right knowledge, up-to-date and job-related, as well as show their learning potential and decision-making skills under pressure.
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About the Nurse Test
The nurse test is designed to ask the right questions that demonstrate a candidate's potential to be a successful fit for the role, for the working culture, and for the business as a whole.
The content of the questions themselves are not necessarily difficult, but they are challenging enough to differentiate between the candidates who have potential and those that do not reach the minimum standards.
Taken at home in their own time, the online nurse test provides simple and reliable results in the form of an easy to read report. This information provides a necessary data point that can be used to choose the best candidates from a large pool of nurses who are similarly qualified, without the cost in time and money that an interview would take.
Why should you use a nurse test for recruiting?
When presented with a number of application forms that have the same qualifications and experience listed, narrowing a candidate pool can be difficult.
Even with the time and money to conduct dozens of interviews, finding the skills and competencies that really matter for a nurse is not a straightforward process - and this can mean spiralling costs in the recruitment process and unsuccessful hires.
Nurses have many different specialities, and their competencies and skills tend to reflect their position - but how can a recruiter get an idea of what each candidate is capable of in the traditional application process?
With a nurse test, the right questions are asked. These relate directly to the organisation and the role itself, allowing the nurse candidate to demonstrate what they already know and what they are capable of in the future. This combination of knowledge and potential makes a nurse test an appropriate stage in the recruitment process for a number of nursing roles, including:
- General Practice Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- Theatre Nurse
- Ward Sister
- Health Visitor
- Registered Nurse
The test is simple to administer even to a large number of applicants, and once it is completed the recruitment team receives a report that contains straightforward data on the suitability of the candidate.
This step in the process can narrow down the candidate pool, allowing the recruiters to choose the top performers and take them further through the recruitment process - whether that is further testing or straight to interviews.
View a sample report
Results for the Nurse Test along with other assessments the candidate takes will be compiled to produce a candidate report.
The report is automatically generated and available both online and as a downloadable pdf so they can be shared with other team members and employees alike.
How our test assesses nursing skills
Candidates will need to answer a range of questions that measure industry-specific technical skills where applicable, soft skills (e.g. accountability), aptitude (e.g. error checking) and relevant personality dimensions (e.g. empathy). The results present a holistic view of how well suited each candidate is for the job at hand, using a data-driven approach.
The format varies by type of question, including multiple-choice for aptitude and technical skills, situational judgement for soft skills and agreement on a Likert scale for the personality dimensions. This approach ensures candidates are being assessed in an accurate and fair manner, and that results reflect the true underlying qualities of each candidate.
The characteristics, abilities and knowledge necessary to work as a nurse were identified using the US Department of Labor's comprehensive O*NET database. O*NET is the leading source of occupational information that is constantly updated by collecting data from employees in specific job roles.
During the development process, test questions were rigorously analysed to maximise reliability and validity in line with industry best practices. They were created by our team of I/O psychologists and psychometricians – who collaborated with subject-matter-experts – and field-tested with a representative sample of job applicants who have varying experience, just like you might find in a talent pool.
Each test is reviewed by a panel of individuals representing diverse backgrounds to check for any sensitivity, fairness, face validity and accessibility issues. This ensures each candidate has a fair chance of demonstrating their true level of expertise.
Our nurse test is monitored to ensure it is up-to-date and optimised for performance.
Our test platform
Our platform offers an extensive library of hundreds of tests, giving you the flexibility to select and combine them in any way that suits your hiring needs. From understanding specific role requirements to assessing general cognitive abilities, our diverse library ensures you can tailor your assessment process precisely.
- Multi-format.
- Our test questions come in various formats, including multiple-choice, true and false, ranking and situational judgment, all ensuring comprehensive candidate assessment.
- Role-specific simulations.
- Experience real-world scenarios with our role-specific simulations, providing accurate insights into candidates' performance, readiness and fit for the position.
- Adaptive scoring.
- Our adaptive scoring system evaluates responses in real-time, by adjusting to the candidate's ability level, enhancing accuracy and reliability.
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Scientifically validated by psychometric specialists
- Our team of assessment experts is made up of I/O psychologists, psychometricians, and subject matter experts who work closely together to ensure each test is accurate and reliable.
- Our subject matter experts are rigorously vetted and typically have several years of experience working in their industries and hold advanced credentials.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key skills for a nurse?
Nurses have to be qualified, depending on their speciality - but there are some key skills that are not easy to quantify without testing. These include communication, leadership, teamwork, empathy and decision making, as well as logical thinking, numerical aptitude and problem-solving.
- When in the application process is it best to use a nurse test?
The nurse test can be used anywhere in the application process, but it is usually used early on prior to an initial application submission. All the applicants that match the basic criteria for the position, as mentioned in the job description, can be sent a link to complete the test in their own time.
- What is the cost for Neuroworx's nurse test?
We believe in simple, transparent pricing. We operate monthly and annual subscriptions so you can pick the perfect plan for you. Don't worry if you're not sure: you can always upgrade or downgrade later, or speak to us to discuss the option of a custom made plan to fit your needs. This is all you ever pay – no set-up or hidden fees.
- Can I get a free trial?
Yes, sign up (no credit card required) and we'll give you a 7-day trial completely free. You'll get unlimited access to create as many jobs and test as many candidates as you like. You can cancel any time and you won't be charged anything.
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