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Topics for an Interview with an Advanced Practice Nurse Candidate:
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- Explain why the position is available.
- Discuss the backgrounds of each of the partners and NP staff.
- Describe practice philosophy and values.
- Describe strengths of the practice. How is the practice thought of in the community?
- Describe office locations.
- Discuss use of NP’s and supervisory responsibility.
- Explain the office hours, work and call schedule. Any flexibility?
- Describe if practice will be inpatient and outpatient or one or the other only.
- Explain what procedures are performed and what equipment is available.
- Describe the number of procedures performed per week.
- Explain referral patterns.
- Describe how many patients per week NP will be expected to see.
- Describe how patients are assigned.
- Explain what ancillary services are offered on site.
- Explain the office staffing and how long they have been with the practice or department.
- Explain the office layout and number of exam and procedure rooms.
- Show them their office space.
- Discuss the average inpatient census or inpatient load.
- Explain billing overview, the collection rate and fee schedule.
- Explain the payer mix?
- Explain compensation, benefits and any production bonus model.
- Will they receive monthly financial reports?
- Describe how decisions are made in the practice.
- Describe how conflicts are handled in the practice.
- Discuss terms of employment contract.
- Is there a restrictive covenant?
- Describe highlights of community and of the hospital(s) affiliated with.
- How would your training program Director/past employer rate your general medical knowledge?
- How would your training program Director/past employer rate your clinical judgment?
- How would your training program Director/past employer rate your rapport with patients and their parents?
- How would your training program Director/past employer rate your relationship with other nurses and support staff?
- How did you compare with other PNP students in your class?
- Have you had any problems with professional competence?
- Have you had any malpractice suits?
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