Nursing Competency Checklist

Candidate Name: ___________________________
Position Applied For: _______________________
Interviewer / Evaluator: ___________________
Date: ________________


Instructions:

Check each competency the candidate demonstrates during the interview, skills assessment, or simulation. Use the following scale:
✔ = Competent | ⚪ = Needs Improvement | N/A = Not Applicable


1. General Nursing Competencies

Competency Description Status
Patient Assessment Collects accurate vitals, performs physical exams, and reviews patient history
Medication Administration Prepares and administers medications safely and accurately
Infection Control Follows proper hand hygiene, PPE, and isolation protocols
Patient Communication Communicates clearly, empathetically, and effectively with patients and families
Documentation Maintains accurate, complete, and timely records
Professionalism Demonstrates ethical behavior, reliability, and accountability
Teamwork Collaborates effectively with colleagues and other healthcare providers
Critical Thinking Applies sound judgment in patient care and decision-making

2. Role-Specific Competencies

Role Competency Description Status
RN IV / Infusion Management Starts and manages IV lines, monitors infusions
RN Emergency Response Responds appropriately to patient deterioration or code situations
LPN Wound Care Performs dressing changes and monitors healing
LPN Medication Support Administers medications under RN supervision
CNA Patient Assistance Assists with bathing, feeding, mobility, and hygiene
CNA Vital Signs Measures and records vital signs accurately

(Specialty competencies can be added in the “Role-Specific” section based on ICU, ER, Pediatrics, Oncology, etc.)


3. Specialty / Advanced Competencies

Specialty Competency Description Status
ICU Ventilator Management Operates and monitors ventilators and respiratory support
ICU Hemodynamic Monitoring Monitors and interprets cardiac and blood pressure data
ER Trauma Triage Prioritizes care for multiple patients under emergency conditions
Pediatrics Developmental Assessment Evaluates age-appropriate growth and behavior
Oncology Chemotherapy Administration Safely prepares and administers chemo treatments
NICU Neonatal Care Monitors and cares for premature or critically ill newborns

4. Evaluator Comments / Recommendations



Evaluator Signature: _______________________


This Competency Checklist can be used in conjunction with the Skill Assessment Grid and Behavioral & Situational Questions, providing a complete evaluation framework for RNNation clients.