Nursing Assistant (CNA) -Neuro ICU-7p-7a-Part Time
Posted Sep 14, 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 told you to check on them. What did you see and what did you do?
whether the candidate actively observes patients rather than just completing tasks, which matters a lot in a neuro population where small changes can signal a bleed or stroke progression
Tell me about a time a family member was upset or scared about a loved one's condition. How did you handle the interaction?
ability to show compassion and composure with families facing serious neurological illness or injury
What does it mean to you to treat a patient with dignity, especially one who can't speak for themselves or is unaware of their surroundings?
whether the candidate genuinely holds patient-centered values versus reciting a script
How do you keep yourself alert and sharp during a 7p-7a shift, especially toward the early morning hours?
realistic self-awareness about night shift fatigue and a plan for staying safe and attentive
Describe a time you had to document patient information accurately and quickly during a busy shift. How did you make sure nothing got missed?
attention to detail and reliability in charting, which supports the whole care team's decisions
Tell me about a time you had a disagreement or miscommunication with a nurse or coworker about a patient's care. How did you resolve it?
ability to work within a hierarchical care team and communicate respectfully under pressure
Technical
In a neuro ICU you'll be doing frequent neuro checks and vital signs on patients who may be confused, combative, or unable to communicate. Walk me through how you'd take vitals on a patient who is agitated and trying to pull out lines.
hands-on comfort with basic clinical tasks under difficult, safety-sensitive conditions
How do you approach lifting or repositioning a patient who can't help at all, especially if you're not sure another teammate is free to help you?
knowledge of safe patient handling policy and whether they'd wait for help rather than risk injury to themselves or the patient
What's your understanding of what you can and can't do as a CNA versus what needs to go to the RN, especially in a critical care setting like this one?
clear grasp of scope of practice and delegation boundaries, which is critical in ICU settings
How do you handle exposure to blood, body fluids, or other hazards as part of routine care, and what steps do you take to protect yourself and the patient?
basic infection control knowledge and consistent use of protective equipment
Have you cared for patients on a neuro or critical care unit before, and if not, what have you done to prepare yourself for the intensity of this kind of unit?
relevant experience level and self-directed effort to close any gaps
Situational
A patient with a brain injury suddenly becomes more confused and starts trying to climb out of bed. The RN is with another patient. What do you do in that moment?
judgment about immediate safety response and when to escalate versus handle independently
You're assigned to several patients overnight and two call lights go off at once, one for a bathroom request and one from a patient who seems more drowsy than earlier in your shift. What do you do first and why?
prioritization skills and recognition that a change in level of consciousness is more urgent than a routine request
This role has rotating weekends and holidays as part of a part-time schedule. What makes you confident this schedule will work for you long term?
realistic commitment to the schedule and low flight risk
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