Questions to Ask in a CNA Interview
Strategic questions to evaluate CNA candidates, assess their care skills, and ensure they're qualified to provide quality patient care.
1What motivated you to become a CNA, and what do you find most rewarding about this work?
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What motivated you to become a CNA, and what do you find most rewarding about this work?
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Why this works
Reveals their passion for caregiving and understanding of the role's purpose and impact.
2How do you approach building trust and rapport with patients and their families?
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How do you approach building trust and rapport with patients and their families?
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Why this works
Shows their interpersonal skills and ability to create positive relationships with patients and families.
3What's your experience with different types of patients and care settings?
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What's your experience with different types of patients and care settings?
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Why this works
Assesses their versatility and experience with diverse patient populations and healthcare environments.
4How do you handle difficult or challenging patients, and what's your approach to de-escalation?
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How do you handle difficult or challenging patients, and what's your approach to de-escalation?
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Why this works
Reveals their conflict resolution skills and ability to manage challenging situations professionally.
5What's your approach to maintaining patient dignity and privacy during care?
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What's your approach to maintaining patient dignity and privacy during care?
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Why this works
Shows their understanding of patient rights and commitment to respectful, dignified care.
6How do you handle the physical demands of the job, and what's your approach to self-care?
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How do you handle the physical demands of the job, and what's your approach to self-care?
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Why this works
Assesses their physical readiness and understanding of the job's physical requirements and self-care needs.
7What's your experience with infection control and safety protocols?
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What's your experience with infection control and safety protocols?
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Why this works
Evaluates their knowledge of critical safety procedures and infection prevention measures.
8How do you communicate with other healthcare team members and report patient changes?
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How do you communicate with other healthcare team members and report patient changes?
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Why this works
Shows their teamwork skills and ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.
9What's your approach to handling emotional situations and supporting patients through difficult times?
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What's your approach to handling emotional situations and supporting patients through difficult times?
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Why this works
Reveals their emotional intelligence and ability to provide compassionate care during challenging moments.
10How do you stay current with healthcare regulations and best practices?
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How do you stay current with healthcare regulations and best practices?
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Why this works
Shows their commitment to ongoing learning and staying updated with healthcare standards.
11What's your experience with different medical conditions and how they affect patient care?
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What's your experience with different medical conditions and how they affect patient care?
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Why this works
Assesses their medical knowledge and understanding of how conditions impact care requirements.
12How do you handle time management and prioritize tasks when you have multiple patients?
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How do you handle time management and prioritize tasks when you have multiple patients?
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Why this works
Shows their organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
13What's your approach to working with patients who have cognitive impairments or dementia?
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What's your approach to working with patients who have cognitive impairments or dementia?
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Why this works
Reveals their specialized skills and understanding of care for patients with cognitive challenges.
14How do you handle situations where you disagree with a supervisor or healthcare provider?
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How do you handle situations where you disagree with a supervisor or healthcare provider?
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Why this works
Shows their professional communication skills and ability to handle workplace conflicts appropriately.
15What's your experience with end-of-life care and supporting patients and families during this time?
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What's your experience with end-of-life care and supporting patients and families during this time?
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Why this works
Assesses their sensitivity and skills in providing compassionate care during life's most difficult moments.
16How do you approach cultural sensitivity and working with patients from diverse backgrounds?
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How do you approach cultural sensitivity and working with patients from diverse backgrounds?
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Why this works
Shows their cultural competence and ability to provide inclusive, respectful care to all patients.
17What's your approach to continuing education and professional development in healthcare?
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What's your approach to continuing education and professional development in healthcare?
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Why this works
Reveals their commitment to ongoing learning and skill development in the healthcare field.
18How do you handle stress and maintain your wellbeing while providing care to others?
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How do you handle stress and maintain your wellbeing while providing care to others?
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Why this works
Shows their self-care strategies and ability to maintain their own health while caring for others.
19What's the most important lesson you've learned about patient care, and how has it shaped your approach?
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What's the most important lesson you've learned about patient care, and how has it shaped your approach?
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Why this works
Captures their wisdom and insights from their caregiving experience.
20What questions do you have about our facility and the specific care we provide?
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What questions do you have about our facility and the specific care we provide?
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Why this works
Reveals their preparation, curiosity, and whether they've researched the organization and its care approach.
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