CNA interview

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Hey everyone,

I just finished up my CNA classes 10 days ago and passed both written test and skills test. I have applied to many places of nursing homes and hospitals. So 3 days ago I got an interview invitation and I'm going for it tomorrow. I just need a bit of advice regarding CNA interview. If any recommendations would be appreciated.

Thank you 😊

I was a hiring manager and no way.

If someone can't make the minimum effort to at least shower or dress smart (only time I would let this slide is when the interviewee just came straight from another job - even then, I would expect them to look presentable) then it shows me that they are going to give me the minimum effort for the job.

hey im just saying if you came in from a hard days work for the interview. i think it would make you look like your willing to work. You dont have to stink, but if you frazzled and a bit sweaty shows youve been working so your willing to work. thats just me though, and im just a cna

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I was a hiring manager and no way.

If someone can't make the minimum effort to at least shower or dress smart (only time I would let this slide is when the interviewee just came straight from another job - even then, I would expect them to look presentable) then it shows me that they are going to give me the minimum effort for the job.

i mean if you smell very bad and look like you just got up thats one thing, but if you looked like you got off work i think that would show "hey i work hire me". I'm saying MAKE yourself look like this. I am just saying if you did look like this it would look good, at least to me.

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Wiggly Litchi guess what happened to me when I went to the interview?! You know since I was going to be interviewed and I didn't have the right clothes for it, I only had the shirts so I had to buy the shoes and pants, so I got off my current job at 1:00pm and the interview was at 2:00pm and to get to the interview site was 20 minute drive so I had to rush everything so I can be ready and not get late for the interview. You know my pants were new and they have the brand and price tag on them! Since I was in so much hurry to get it done I forgot about the tag that was on the back of my pants! I went to the interview met people there and even took around in the facility and got back home and the tag was still on my pants! My sister in law pointed that out to me as soon as I got home and I was lol omg! I'm sure they noticed that but no one pointed it out to me maybe they just avoided embarrassing me :).

i bet if they did see the tag, and you explained that you just bought these clothes after getting off of work. I think they may have had a very good impression on you

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It shows you cared enough to buy something new for the interview. Please let us know when you get offered the job so we can be pleased for you.

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Haha that's actually adorable as heck; If the people interviewing you saw that, then they'd also note that you absolutely went out of your way to make sure you looked decent.

Lol yeah when I got home I was told the same by my family although everyone laughed at the whole thing. It was just spontaneous to go to the interview with a tag on my pants!

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It shows you cared enough to buy something new for the interview. Please let us know when you get offered the job so we can be pleased for you.

TriciaJ I was told that I would get to hear back from them either on Thursday or Friday so keep fingers crossed for me please. I appreciate you wishing me good luck :). Tnx

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Wiggly Litchi guess what happened to me when I went to the interview?! You know since I was going to be interviewed and I didn't have the right clothes for it, I only had the shirts so I had to buy the shoes and pants, so I got off my current job at 1:00pm and the interview was at 2:00pm and to get to the interview site was 20 minute drive so I had to rush everything so I can be ready and not get late for the interview. You know my pants were new and they have the brand and price tag on them! Since I was in so much hurry to get it done I forgot about the tag that was on the back of my pants! I went to the interview met people there and even took around in the facility and got back home and the tag was still on my pants! My sister in law pointed that out to me as soon as I got home and I was lol omg! I'm sure they noticed that but no one pointed it out to me maybe they just avoided embarrassing me :).

This reminded me of an interview I went to in my early twenties! (not for nursing, but still funny) I had to get my kids to daycare, pick up my suit from the drycleaners, slip it on in a secluded parking lot and almost full on sprint inside, in heels to be on time. I can't believe I didn't fall and break my neck because I'm terrible in heels! While interviewing, I felt something scratchy on my arm and on my back. I had drycleaner tickets hooked with safety pins hanging from my suit. Me and the interviewer actually had a good laugh about it.

Congratulations on your new job! Great work going the extra mile to make an impression. Even if they saw your tags, I'm sure they chalked it up to nervousness, but were still impressed with you wanting to make an impression.

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This reminded me of an interview I went to in my early twenties! (not for nursing, but still funny) I had to get my kids to daycare, pick up my suit from the drycleaners, slip it on in a secluded parking lot and almost full on sprint inside, in heels to be on time. I can't believe I didn't fall and break my neck because I'm terrible in heels! While interviewing, I felt something scratchy on my arm and on my back. I had drycleaner tickets hooked with safety pins hanging from my suit. Me and the interviewer actually had a good laugh about it.

Congratulations on your new job! Great work going the extra mile to make an impression. Even if they saw your tags, I'm sure they chalked it up to nervousness, but were still impressed with you wanting to make an impression.

Hahaha yeah similar to what happened to me but I didn't notice not until I got home and my sister in law pointed it out to me! Thank you for your wishes I haven't got the job yet :) but I'm optimist regarding the interview. I will find out the next two days hopefully. Tnx everyone I will let you know :).

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Wow. 19 replies....I wish the thread I started off seeking advice, had this much attention (0 replies)....

Welcome to the world of being a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Hopefully your interview went well, just be yourself, show attention to detail, and you will be fine!

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Wow. 19 replies....I wish the thread I started off seeking advice, had this much attention (0 replies)....

Welcome to the world of being a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Hopefully your interview went well, just be yourself, show attention to detail, and you will be fine!

Originally, it was placed in the nurses forum before being relocated to here ;) I'll go check out your thread! :3

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Wiggly Litchi :). Got an update from the facility just hung up with them. I got the position :). The HR scheduled an appointment for physical tomorrow at noon yepieeeee. I'm super excited and nervous lol. Thanks for everyone I will keep in touch and tell you about my experience there especially the first day since its going to be the big day for me lol.

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YES!!! THAT IS AWESOME! :D

Rock on, Moe!! I'm so proud of you!!!

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