Certified Nursing Assistant
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Interview question list updated: September 19, 2024
Start with these three questions to get going:
Can you tell us about a time when you had to deal with a difficult patient? How did you handle the situation?
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Describe an instance where you had to make a quick decision in a high-pressure environment. What was the outcome?
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Tell me about a time when you had to manage several tasks at once. How did you prioritize your workload?
Complete the next five questions to be well prepared:
Can you give an example of a time when you went above and beyond for a patient? What motivated you to do so?
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Describe a situation where you had to work closely with other healthcare professionals. How did you ensure effective communication?
Can you recall a time when you had to explain medical information to a patient or their family? How did you make sure they understood?
Tell me about a time when you received constructive feedback. How did you respond, and what changes did you make?
Describe an experience where you had to handle a mistake you made at work. How did you address it and what was the outcome?
Tackle these remaining questions for thorough preparation:
Can you provide an example of a difficult ethical decision you had to make? What steps did you take to resolve it?
Can you describe an instance where you had to handle a difficult patient? How did you manage the situation?
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Tell me about a time when you had to work as part of a team to complete a task. What was your role, and how did you contribute?
Describe a specific situation where you had to prioritize multiple tasks. How did you determine what needed to be done first?
Can you share an example of when you identified a potential health risk in a patient and how you addressed it?
Explain a scenario where you went above and beyond your regular duties to help a patient or coworker.
Give an example of a time when you had to deal with a stressful situation at work. How did you handle it?
Describe an experience where you had to communicate effectively with a patient's family. What was the outcome?
Can you think of a situation where you had to quickly adapt to a change in a care plan? How did you manage the change?
Tell me about a time when you had to ensure a patient’s privacy and confidentiality while performing your duties.
Explain a situation where you gave and received constructive feedback in your role as a Certified Nursing Assistant. How did it benefit your work?
Have you ever had to assist in a medical emergency? What actions did you take, and what was the result?
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Tell me about a time when a patient refused to take their medication. What did you do?
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Describe some strategies do you use for relaxing after a stressful shift or patient encounter.
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Describe how would you handle a situation with an aggressive patient.
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Describe how would you handle it if a patient refused your care.
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Describe how would you respond if a patient with late-stage Alzheimer's thought you were one of their loved ones while you were administering care.
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