Nurse Test

When looking to fill a nurse position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A nurse skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a nurse skills test?

    A nurse skills test is used to test the key skills required by a nurse within the hiring process. Nurses have a large amount of responsibility and work with people of all ages. There are many skills a nurse must have, including problem solving, communication and critical thinking.

    The skills test would be used in the initial stages of recruitment, to identify candidates who have these skills. It is a multiple-choice test that covers a range of different skills and scenarios.

    This test is efficient as it is a simple way of understanding which candidates are the strongest and have the best skill set.

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  1. What is a nurse skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the nurse skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures nurse skills
  4. Nurse Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the nurse skills test for pre-screening?

    A nurse takes on a key caregiver role within the medical community. Looking after people of a range of ages and supporting their physical and mental needs. It’s important the right person is hired for the job and identified in the pre-screening stage. A nurse skills test is a great way to do this.

    This test is extremely useful as it can narrow down the applicants to identify the most qualified and skilled candidates. It removes all unconscious bias, making it impossible to hire solely based on education, gender or age.

    The tests are a cost-efficient method of assessing a large group of applicants without needing office space or current employees available to interview.

    The nurse test identifies a wide range of skills, focusing on the crucial skills of a nurse. This includes soft skills such as interpersonal skills, empathy and attention to detail as well as identifying the relevant medical knowledge that a nurse should have.

    Given the skills needed to be a nurse are shared by many other roles, the test would be a beneficial addition to the recruitment process for:

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How our test measures nurse skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a nurse were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our nurse test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Nurse Test FAQs

What skills are required for a nurse?

A nurse needs a large range of skills both focused on medical knowledge and people skills. The medical knowledge would include skills such as taking blood samples, blood pressure and reading charts. In addition to these skills, a nurse must have a range of soft skills.

How important are soft skills for a nurse?

Soft skills are extremely important for a nurse. A nurse must be able to look after their patients, keeping them safe and calm. This is only achievable if the nurse has fantastic communication skills, interpersonal skills and empathy.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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