Most people who go into the Certified Nursing Assistant profession are naturally attracted to helping people who are most in need of help. They thrive on helping patients through very tough times by providing both medical care and emotional support. No matter how many years of experience you have, you must stay motivated in order to provide top-of-the-line nursing care. As you are aware, this job can be exhausting and emotionally draining, so it is important for you to be able to stay motivated in your work environment. The interviewer asks this question to determine what motivates you and determine if their environment would be a good fit for you as their next CNA. To successfully answer this question, be prepared to provide details as to what motivates you to become a better CNA. A more successful answer would include a specific example of a situation that motivated you to continue or better your nursing practice.