CNA Interview Questions
- What does “on time” mean to you? What would your previous employer say about your attendance? The purpose of this question – to check Attendance / Punctuality.
- What do you know about restorative nursing? Commitment to Patient Outcome
- What do you understand to be the primary responsibilities of this position? The purpose of this question – to check Commitment to Patient Outcome.
- What didn't you like about your last job? The purpose of this question – to check Communication Skills.
- Describe a conflict you have faced in a work environment. How did you resolve it? The purpose of this question – to check Conflict Resolution skill.
- To what extent would people describe you as predictable? The purpose of this question – to check Consistency.
- Tell us about a situation in which you observed someone else not using discretion. How would you have handled the situation if you had been in that individual’s shoes? Discretion and Discernment Skills
- Why do you want to work here? The purpose of this question – to check Enthusiasm / Positive Outlook.
- Give us an example of when you had to be flexible or adaptable in your job. The purpose of this question – to check Flexibility / Adaptability.
- Do you have any past experience with elderly/geriatric groups and to what extent can you see yourself enjoying interaction with our residents? The purpose of this question – to check Geriatric Knowledge.
- How do you establish priorities and structure your workday?
- How do you keep things flowing while there are interruptions? The purpose of this question – to check Organization and Planning Skills.
- Describe an interpersonal problem you've experienced (perhaps with a difficult employer) and how you responded to the situation. The purpose of this question – to check People Skills.
