"Everyone is emotional to a certain degree, and I would consider myself kind-hearted and open. A career in healthcare can be emotional at times. However, I choose to focus on the positives. For instance, if we are close to losing a patient, I will focus on positive memories rather than the illness. This mindset has consistently allowed me to continue with a productive shift, no matter the emotions that come my way."

"This is a great question. I think the right answer is 'of course, but not for long'. We've all had those severe cases. A child dies or you have to give someone a cancer diagnosis. It's professional to take a few minutes after an encounter like that and let those emotions come and go. I cope with these emotions by telling myself that it's not my story, it's the patient's story. I think it's okay to be moved by someone else's experience, but I don't need to make it mine."

Talk to the interviewer about your emotions on the job and if they have ever affected your productivity at work. Keep in mind that almost everyone is an emotional creature to some degree, but there are other ways that you can describe yourself that have a more positive connotation. If you are passionate, you could choose to refer to yourself as expressive, communicative, open, or unreserved. If you have an example of a time where emotions ran high on the job and you handled yourself with grace, don't hesitate to talk about that situation.