Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital Mock Interview

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Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital promotes Supportive Medicine; a medical discipline focused on reducing gaps in patient care and support. Are you familiar with Supportive Medicine, and have you ever been involved with it?

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Darby Faubion

Darby Faubion has been a Nurse and Allied Health Educator for over 20 years. She has clinical experience in several specialty areas, including pediatrics, medical-surgical, critical care, and hospice.

The Supportive Medicine Team, also known as the Palliative Care Team, is a physician-led, interdisciplinary care team focused on improving the quality of care for patients with serious and life-threatening illnesses by providing an extra layer of support. Goals include management of patient symptoms associated with disease, improved patient/family satisfaction, reduced unnecessary emergency room visits and hospital admissions, and reduced duration of hospital stays. Share your thoughts regarding Palliative Care with the interviewer.

Darby Faubion

"Being a caregiver for an ill family member can be a very taxing responsibility, especially when that loved one is in pain. I have seen that when we can provide management of symptoms, it helps reduce anxiety for both the patient and their caregiver. This also helps them to be more at ease with knowing when to seek emergency care. While some lay-persons may not realize it, palliative care saves money for society as a whole because fewer emergent issues are cared for by symptom management rather than unnecessary ER visits. I commend Memorial Health for being proactive in any Palliative Care initiative."

Darby Faubion

"At first, I was a little confused about palliative care. I thought a patient had to have hospice care to receive palliative care. I understand now that palliative care can stand alone or be a part of a hospice care plan in that it offers management of symptoms whether the patient is actively seeking a cure. I think managing symptoms, especially pain and anxiety, make it easier for the patient and the caregiver. I say this because if someone is anxious or in pain, their decision-making and rationale are not always as clear. Anything we can do to help alleviate some of the stress related to illness is a good thing, in my opinion."

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If you are familiar with Supportive Medicine, explain how you have been involved and your opinion of the treatment. If you are unfamiliar with Palliative Care, do some research before your interview and describe the benefits you see with Supportive Medicine.

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Supportive/palliative care is not a discipline that I have worked with professionally. I have experienced the benefits of this approach with a family member and a friend. My friend was diagnosed with cancer and had a complex long treatment path. The palliative care team provided ongoing symptom control and support even two years post-acute treatment. I was impressed with the way they interacted with him and his family to reduce anxiety and wean him off pain medication. I feel this is an important discipline for our society with an aging population with many complex medical diagnoses.

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35Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital Interview Questions & Answers

1.Memorial Hermann hospitals exercise an ER Navigation Program to address the problem of inappropriate ER use. Are you familiar with any such program?

2.At Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, we seek to hire individuals keenly interested in healthcare. Would you consider yourself dedicated to a career in healthcare services?

3.How do you keep your emotions from getting in the way of your productivity?

4.The Memorial Hermann Mental Health Crisis Clinics (MHCCs) are outpatient mental health service providers that serve individuals in crises. Do you have any experience working with patients with mental health diagnoses?

5.At Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital we take pride in our great relationships with clients, vendors, coworkers, and patients. Do you consider yourself to be a strong relationship builder?

6.Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers. Have you ever worked in a trauma center?

7.To work for Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, you must be able to pass a full criminal background check and drug screen. Will you have an issue passing either?

8.Memorial Hermann requires our team members to have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. How do you ensure that your workdays are organized, and your documentation is accurate?

9.If you could expand your knowledge and expertise in any of our specialty services, which would you choose?

10.Our Behavioral Health Program offers patients with mental health issues treatment within the comfort of their own homes. What can you think of that would be a benefit to treating mental health patients in their homes?

11.One of the values in Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital's mission statement is, "We measure the outcomes of each effort and only sustain and expand those with demonstrable outcomes." What does this statement mean to you?

12.At Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital we seek to hire individuals who have ambitions of growing their careers. Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years?

13.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital seeks to hire those with strong problem-solving skills. When were you able to successfully resolve a problem in the workplace?

14.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital promotes Supportive Medicine; a medical discipline focused on reducing gaps in patient care and support. Are you familiar with Supportive Medicine, and have you ever been involved with it?

15.How would your coworkers describe your personality?

16.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital is proud of its diverse workforce. When have you worked amongst a diverse group of people?

17.This position requires a team approach to healthcare. Do you prefer to work in a team-based position or individually?

18.What do you like to do in your free time to relieve the stressors from your job?

19.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital has a 118-bed Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Have you ever worked with critically ill newborns?

20.What part of your healthcare career brings you the most stress?

21.How did you hear about this position?

22.What is your impact goal if Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital hired you today?

23.Think about a difficult boss, professor, or coworker. What made them challenging to be around? How did you successfully interact with this person?

24.How do you keep your knowledge current with the ongoing changes in the healthcare services industry?

25.What type of work environment do you thrive in?

26.In your opinion, what makes you a great problem solver?

27.Have you ever heard of the Memorial Hermann Health Centers for Schools Program, and what are your thoughts about healthcare services being connected to school programs?

28.Memorial Hermann Southwest has received Magnet(R) recognition for excellence in nursing. Have you ever received an award or recognition for a job you've done?

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital Mock Interview

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital promotes Supportive Medicine; a medical discipline focused on reducing gaps in patient care and support. Are you familiar with Supportive Medicine, and have you ever been involved with it?

35Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital Interview Questions & Answers

1.Memorial Hermann hospitals exercise an ER Navigation Program to address the problem of inappropriate ER use. Are you familiar with any such program?

2.At Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, we seek to hire individuals keenly interested in healthcare. Would you consider yourself dedicated to a career in healthcare services?

3.How do you keep your emotions from getting in the way of your productivity?

4.The Memorial Hermann Mental Health Crisis Clinics (MHCCs) are outpatient mental health service providers that serve individuals in crises. Do you have any experience working with patients with mental health diagnoses?

5.At Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital we take pride in our great relationships with clients, vendors, coworkers, and patients. Do you consider yourself to be a strong relationship builder?

6.Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers. Have you ever worked in a trauma center?

7.To work for Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, you must be able to pass a full criminal background check and drug screen. Will you have an issue passing either?

8.Memorial Hermann requires our team members to have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. How do you ensure that your workdays are organized, and your documentation is accurate?

9.If you could expand your knowledge and expertise in any of our specialty services, which would you choose?

10.Our Behavioral Health Program offers patients with mental health issues treatment within the comfort of their own homes. What can you think of that would be a benefit to treating mental health patients in their homes?

11.One of the values in Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital's mission statement is, "We measure the outcomes of each effort and only sustain and expand those with demonstrable outcomes." What does this statement mean to you?

12.At Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital we seek to hire individuals who have ambitions of growing their careers. Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years?

13.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital seeks to hire those with strong problem-solving skills. When were you able to successfully resolve a problem in the workplace?

14.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital promotes Supportive Medicine; a medical discipline focused on reducing gaps in patient care and support. Are you familiar with Supportive Medicine, and have you ever been involved with it?

15.How would your coworkers describe your personality?

16.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital is proud of its diverse workforce. When have you worked amongst a diverse group of people?

17.This position requires a team approach to healthcare. Do you prefer to work in a team-based position or individually?

18.What do you like to do in your free time to relieve the stressors from your job?

19.Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital has a 118-bed Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Have you ever worked with critically ill newborns?

20.What part of your healthcare career brings you the most stress?

21.How did you hear about this position?

22.What is your impact goal if Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital hired you today?

23.Think about a difficult boss, professor, or coworker. What made them challenging to be around? How did you successfully interact with this person?

24.How do you keep your knowledge current with the ongoing changes in the healthcare services industry?

25.What type of work environment do you thrive in?

26.In your opinion, what makes you a great problem solver?

27.Have you ever heard of the Memorial Hermann Health Centers for Schools Program, and what are your thoughts about healthcare services being connected to school programs?

28.Memorial Hermann Southwest has received Magnet(R) recognition for excellence in nursing. Have you ever received an award or recognition for a job you've done?

29.Why do you think you will be successful in this role with Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital?

30.Do you think it is possible to be a good team member yet disagree with the leader occasionally?

31.There are many hospitals you could have applied to. Why did you choose Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital?

32.What makes you the best candidate for this position?

33.How would your references describe you?

34.Do you see yourself as a leader? When have you led a team?

35.Why should we not hire you?