How to Answer: How would your patients describe you?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Certified Nursing Assistant job interview.
17. How would your patients describe you?
How to Answer
How your patients describe you will say a lot about your work ethic, empathy, and kindness at work. As you answer this question, talk to your interviewer about any direct feedback you've received from patients, colleagues, and/or supervisors you've worked with in the past. If possible, try to highlight your skills in providing the best care possible for patients to ensure that you do your part in helping to provide the best possible outcome for them as a CNA.
Written by Heather Douglass on August 10th, 2021
1st Answer Example
"My patients look to me because of my skills, kindness, compassion, sense of humor, and my ability to positively interact with all patients. On my recent performance review, I was commended for my positive attitude with patients, and this feedback was received through surveying recent patients on our unit. I was very proud to hear that this feedback came directly from patients that said they'd want to be under my care if ever in the hospital again."
Written by Heather Douglass on August 10th, 2021
2nd Answer Example
"If you were to survey the current patients that I work with daily, they would say that I am dedicated to their care and willing to go the extra mile for them. In putting the needs of my patients first, I always ensure that I do anything within my power and ability to ensure that they are safe, comfortable, and happy."
Written by Heather Douglass on August 10th, 2021