Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - MICU FT.9 Nights
Posted Sep 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026
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Behavioral
Tell me about a time you noticed something off with a patient before anyone else did. What did you do?
whether the candidate actively observes patients and escalates concerns promptly rather than waiting to be told
Tell me about a time you had to help move or reposition a patient who couldn't assist themselves. What steps did you take to keep both of you safe?
knowledge of safe lifting and transfer technique given the heavy physical demands of the job
Describe a time you worked a very physically demanding shift. How did you pace yourself and stay effective through the whole night?
stamina and realistic expectations for a 12-hour overnight shift with heavy lifting
Tell me about a time you had more tasks assigned to you than you thought you could finish in a shift. How did you decide what came first?
prioritization skills under a heavy workload typical of MICU night shifts
Tell me about a time you disagreed with how a coworker was handling a patient's care. What did you do?
teamwork and conflict resolution skills within the RN-led care team structure
Technical
How do you handle taking and documenting vitals like blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations for critically ill patients, especially when the numbers look abnormal?
basic clinical competency and understanding that abnormal readings must be reported, not just recorded
Can you describe your experience, if any, with electronic medical record documentation?
comfort level with EMR systems since accurate real-time documentation is required
What do you know about collecting specimens like urine, stool, or sputum, and why does labeling matter so much?
attention to detail and awareness of patient safety risks tied to specimen mislabeling
Walk me through how you'd approach hand hygiene and using protective equipment for a patient in isolation.
basic infection prevention knowledge, which is critical in an ICU setting
Situational
You're working a night shift in the MICU and one of your patients suddenly looks short of breath while you're mid-task with another patient. Walk me through what you do.
ability to prioritize under pressure and involve the RN quickly without abandoning safety basics
A family member is upset and keeps asking you questions about their loved one's condition that you're not able to answer. How do you handle that?
communication skills and understanding of scope boundaries between CNA and RN roles
How would you handle caring for a patient who has just passed away, including supporting the family in that moment?
emotional maturity and knowledge of post-mortem care procedures common in critical care
This unit requires working every other weekend and rotating holidays on nights. How do you feel about that schedule, and what's made that kind of schedule work for you before?
realistic buy-in to the actual shift pattern rather than a generic willingness answer
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