Is this a normal part of an interview? (CNA)

[SpiltMilk]

I am interviewing for a CNA position on a telemetry unit at a major hospital in my city. This is my second time interviewing at a hospital, and my first hospital interview experience is leaving me nervous for this new one.

Two years ago I interviewed for a CNA position at another hospital in my area. After the face-to-face portion, the interviewer took me down onto the unit where I'd theoretically be working. They show me around a bit, and then said they were going to leave me on my own for a few minutes to let me introduce myself to the other CNAs.

I thought it was unusual and I felt kind of cast adrift, but I stayed thinking on my feet and went around to introduce myself to a few CNAs and RNs. I asked about what the unit was like and what they liked most about working there, until the interviewer came back and said she'd contact me about the job soon.

I never heard anything back and obviously didn't get the position two years later, so I'm wondering if that was the reason. It was so unusual to me, and I'm wondering if there's any insights as to what the point of it was. I want to know in case it happens again during this interview next week.

Thank you!

[sissiesmama, ASN, RN]

Hi - I live in Louisiana - I know most of the hospitals have "peer interviews" where at a certain point of the interview some of the staff (RNs, CNAs, ect) come into the room with you. They ask questions, answer some you may have, and then give the interviewer their input.

Anne, RNC

[sourapril]

I hate peer interviews because if one person doesn't like you (personality, the way you talk, etc), and the hiring manager listens to her/him, you will not get the job. It's just so unfair. My advice is to show that you are confident, and can get along with everyone, besides asking questions, maybe also offer to help in some ways. Good luck.