Lorie Brown, RN, JD – EmpoweredNurses.org
Find out which nursing specialty best matches your personality and strengths!
Instructions: Choose the answer that best describes you for each question. Keep track of your answers (A, B, C, or D), then check your results at the end!
1. How do you handle high-pressure situations?
A. I thrive on adrenaline and love the challenge of critically unstable patients. B. I stay steady and flexible—I can juggle multiple patients and tasks at once. C. I focus on the moment and adapt quickly, especially when things change fast. D. I remain calm and present—I’m comfortable in emotional or spiritual intensity.
2. What motivates you most as a nurse?
A. Saving lives with quick interventions and advanced technology. B. Helping patients regain independence and manage chronic conditions. C. Supporting the beginning of life and empowering new families. D. Providing comfort, dignity, and peace at the end of life.
3. How do you respond to change on your unit?
A. Bring it on—fast-paced, unpredictable days are my jam. B. I prefer a solid routine, but I’ll adapt if needed. C. Change is constant—I go with the flow and adjust on the fly. D. I take change in stride with compassion and perspective.
4. Which of these best describes your communication style?
A. Direct, focused, and assertive under pressure. B. Clear and collaborative with patients and team members. C. Warm, encouraging, and emotionally intuitive. D. Gentle, empathetic, and deeply supportive.
5. Which shift sounds most appealing to you?
A. Nights or days—just give me the tough cases. B. Any shift where I can build rapport over time. C. Fast-moving days filled with intense, joyful (and chaotic) moments. D. Quiet, meaningful moments focused on comfort and presence.
Count which letter you chose most often:
Mostly A’s – You’re an ICU Nurse 🧠⚡️
You’re focused, analytical, and perform best under pressure. You thrive in critical care and enjoy the challenge of high-stakes decision-making. ICU nursing is a match for your intensity, resilience, and clinical precision.
Mostly B’s – You’re a Med-Surg Nurse 🩹🧰
You’re adaptable, detail-oriented, and the backbone of patient care. Med-Surg nurses manage multiple cases, shift gears seamlessly, and provide comprehensive care. You’re the master multitasker who keeps the unit running.
Mostly C’s – You’re a Labor & Delivery Nurse 👶❤️
You bring energy, empathy, and fast thinking to every birth. Labor & delivery nurses are strong, nurturing, and ready to pivot in an instant. You’re a calming force during one of the most intense moments in life.
Mostly D’s – You’re a Hospice Nurse 🌅🕊️
You’re grounded, emotionally present, and deeply compassionate. Hospice nurses bring comfort in the most sacred moments. You have a gift for creating peace, holding space for grief, and honoring life’s final journey.
