Nursing Candidate Skill Assessment Sheet

Candidate Name: ___________________________
Position Applied For: _______________________
Interviewer Name: __________________________
Date: ________________


Instructions:

Use this grid to evaluate the candidate’s clinical skills, experience, and overall competency. Score each area on a scale of 1–5:
1 – Needs Improvement | 2 – Below Average | 3 – Meets Expectations | 4 – Above Average | 5 – Excellent


1. Clinical Skills Assessment

SkillDescription / TaskScore (1–5)Notes / Observations
Patient AssessmentVital signs, physical exam, history taking
Medication AdministrationAccuracy, safety, dosage
IV / Infusion SkillsInsertion, monitoring, troubleshooting
Wound Care / DressingProper technique, hygiene, documentation
Emergency ResponseRapid recognition & intervention
Equipment OperationVentilators, monitors, infusion pumps
Infection ControlHand hygiene, PPE, isolation procedures
Specialty ProceduresRole-specific tasks (ICU, ER, Pediatrics, etc.)
DocumentationAccuracy, timeliness, clarity
Patient CommunicationExplaining care, empathy, rapport

2. Behavioral / Situational Competency

Competency AreaDescriptionScore (1–5)Notes / Observations
Problem SolvingAbility to analyze situations and act appropriately
TeamworkCollaborates effectively with colleagues and supervisors
AdaptabilityAdjusts to changing conditions and priorities
Stress ManagementHandles high-pressure situations calmly
Patient AdvocacyProtects patient interests and safety
ProfessionalismEthical behavior, punctuality, demeanor

3. Overall Evaluation

CategoryScore (1–5)Comments / Recommendation
Clinical Skills
Behavioral / Situational Competency
Overall Recommendation

Interviewer Signature: _______________________


This sheet works for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and specialized nurses (ICU, ER, Pediatrics, Oncology, etc.) by just adjusting the “Specialty Procedures” row to the specific role.