Misleading post-interview email?

[Arras]

I interviewed for a CNA position last friday, which seemed to go well. I can think of a few things I would change, but nothing major. The weekend passed and at about 9 am on monday, I got an automated email that said they have "identified candidates that more closely match the requirements of the position and will not be extending an interview opportunity at this time."

Now, this email worries me for obvious reasons--it sounds an awful lot like a rejection. However, I already got an interview opportunity, so right there, there is something not quite right about this.

On top of that, this exact same thing happened to me after my LAST interview over a year ago at a totally different hospital, and for that one, I basically knew I was going to get the job (and ultimately I did). To put it another way, I got an interview rejection email just a day or two after that interview took place, although I knew I had the job. Because of that, this time around, I almost want to think they are processing a job offer for me and this is the dysfunctional first step they take

So I don't know what to think about this. I would feel a lot better if this has happened to other people before, who did end up getting the job. Has anyone had this experience?

I will try to remember to follow up on this when I know more.

[tfleuter, BSN, RN]

I've recieved emails/letters after an interview that went something like

"Thank you for your interest in XYZ position. At this time we are consider other applications and will notify you when we have reached a decision."

I know there are some major differences in the wording which affect their meaning, but in my case, their notice only meant they are still interviewing other applicants and have not decided on who they will hire.

Did the application process entail more than one interview?

[Arras]

I don't think there could be two interviews involved. My interview had two parts, HR and the nurse manager. The nurse manager didn't say anything about getting or not getting the job, but I think the interview ended in "email me if you think of any more questions!"