What's your Nursing Personality Type?

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Quiz Questions

1.
Which nursing degree do you have? (Choose highest degree completed)
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- A.
  ASN/ADSN
- B.
  BS/BSN
- C.
  MSN
- D.
  Doctoral (DNP or PhD)
- E.
  Prefer Not to Answer
2.
How do you feel about a chaotic day on the floor or in the clinic?
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- A.
  Bring it on, I’m here to solve every problem!
- B.
  It's all good, I thrive when my team and I are in sync.
- C.
  As long as my patients feel safe, I'm good.
- D.
  No problem—I can roll with anything that comes my way.
- E.
  Is there a study or guide for this? I need to understand everything first.
3.
It’s lunch, and you actually get to take the full hour. How do you spend it?
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- A.
  Strategizing my next big career move or improvement plan.
- B.
  Grabbing coffee with a coworker and checking in on them.
- C.
  Chatting with a patient to see how they’re holding up emotionally.
- D.
  Squeezing in a quick yoga/workout session or running an errand.
- E.
  Reading up on the latest healthcare research or signing up for a webinar.
4.
What’s your take on mentorship in nursing?
- A.
  I’d love to be a mentor—I’ve got so much to teach.
- B.
  Mentorship is essential—building a solid support system is everything.
- C.
  I think mentorship is about helping others care for patients with empathy.
- D.
  I love the idea of getting mentorship from from types of different people.
- E.
  I’m always seeking out mentors, especially ones that are experts in their field.
5.
How do you handle a conflict with a coworker?
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- A.
  I’ll find a solution and get everyone back on track—let’s focus on results.
- B.
  We’ll talk it out—I want to understand their side.
- C.
  I’ll approach them calmly after work, right now I have to focus on my patients.
- D.
  I like to keep it chill—there’s no need for unnecessary tension.
- E.
  I’ll consult some conflict resolution strategies and make sure we’re all informed.
6.
You’ve been asked to lead a committee at work. How do you react?
- A.
  Perfect! I can’t wait to implement some new, innovative ideas.
- B.
  Great! I’ll bring the team together and make sure everyone’s heard.
- C.
  As long as the committee is focused on improving patient care, I’m in.
- D.
  I can lead, but I also want time to balance my personal life.
- E.
  I’m excited—this is a chance to improve the unit's practices and learn even more.
7.
What do you love most about being a nurse?
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- A.
  Solving problems and tackling tough cases.
- B.
  The relationships I build with my patients and colleagues.
- C.
  Advocating for my patients and making sure they get the best care.
- D.
  The freedom to adapt and grow in different environments.
- E.
  The constant learning and staying on the cutting edge of healthcare.
8.
How do you make major career decisions?
- A.
  I create a plan with clear goals and milestones.
- B.
  I check in with my support system and see what they think.
- C.
  I look for environments where the human element of nursing is valued as much as technical skills.
- D.
  I’m all about flexibility—what types of roles give me the most freedom?
- E.
  I gather all the facts, research, and data before making any decisons.
9.
If Nursing was a TV show, what role would you play?
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- A.
  The mastermind behind the scenes, directing the action.
- B.
  The heart of the team, always there for others.
- C.
  The patient’s biggest advocate, fighting for their needs.
- D.
  The wildcard, bringing creativity and adaptability to every situation.
- E.
  The super sleuth who loves diving into the details to find the truth.
10.
What’s your ideal career path?
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- A.
  Moving into leadership—maybe a director of nursing role.
- B.
  Building a tight-knit team and staying in direct patient care.
- C.
  Becoming a patient advocate or specializing in holistic care.
- D.
  Exploring different specialties or taking on varied nursing roles.
- E.
  Becoming a professor or researcher in the field of nursing.
11.
You’ve got an opportunity for a new nursing job away from the bedside—what’s your first thought?
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- A.
  Great! I can use my skills to lead a team or start something new.
- B.
  I’ll miss the patient connection, but I’d love to work on something collaborative.
- C.
  I hope I can still advocate for patients, even if I’m not at the bedside.
- D.
  I’m ready for something different—I like to keep things fresh.
- E.
  Let me research the role first—I need to know all the details before deciding.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Critical Care Gladiator
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If you scored mostly As, you're our Critical Care Gladiator. You're that nurse who thrives when everyone else is running around like their hair's on fireHigh-pressure situations? That's your jam! Your quick thinking and leadership skills make you the go-to person in a crisis.
2.
Scrub Squad MVP
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Mostly Bs? You're the Scrub Squad MVP. Teamwork isn't just a buzzword for you - it's your superpower. You're the glue that holds the unit together, building relationships that make everyone better.
3.
Patient Whisperer
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Those with mostly Cs are our Patient Whisperers. Compassion isn't just part of your job - it's who you are. You see the person behind the patient, and you're always ready to advocate for what's right.
4.
Chill Floater
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If you got mostly Ds, you're our Chill Floater. Flexibility is your middle name! You can walk onto any unit, size up the situation, and jump right in. You make flexibility look easy.
5.
Lab Coat Scholar
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Mostly Es? You're a Lab Coat Scholars. You're driven by knowledge, always asking 'why?' and looking for evidence-based solutions. You're committed to advancing nursing through education and research.