This can be an emotionally charged career. How do you keep your emotions from interfering with your job?

"Everyone is emotional to a certain degree, and I consider myself kind-hearted and compassionate. A healthcare career 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 the 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 can be emotional, but I have never let my emotions interfere with my work. We've all had those tough cases. A child dies, a patient yells at you, or you must 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 feelings 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."

To be considered for the position, you want to avoid saying that your emotions interfere with your work. Instead, describe how you can remain calm and professional when faced with an emotionally challenging shift.