"During my career, I've taken great pride in being able to communicate and relate to the physicians that I have worked with. Together, we ultimately work as a team to provide the best care that we can for each patient, and our working relationship is key in accomplishing this goal. In my current role in an intensive care unit, I am in constant communication with the critical care physicians, surgeons, and primary care physicians. I don't hesitate to pick up the phone and call a physician when needed, and I frequently use our internal messaging system as well. I've learned over time with physicians who prefer me to be forthright with information with no fluff and who like to make small talk and have a little fun on the job. I always try to adapt my style to their preference."