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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The hiring manager wants to see if you consider yourself a compassionate person since Texas Children's Hospital values helping others improve their health and well-being and care deeply about those they serve. They want to hire like-minded healthcare professionals, so the hiring manager will ask you if you are compassionate to determine if you will be a good fit for the team.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"Yes, I am very compassionate and have been my entire life. I was always the one to bring stray animals home and give my lunch to those less fortunate than me. I believe you need to be compassionate and empathetic to work in this field and feel honored to have the opportunity to provide compassion to my patients and their family members."

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"Yes, I most certainly consider myself a compassionate person. I take the opportunity to understand and help others whenever possible. While attending University, I spent a lot of time volunteering at a local hospice - not only for the added experience but also to give back to others. I would comfort patients and their family members during their last moments, brush their hair, hold their hands, and read and sing to them. I look forward to continuing this level of compassionate care with your organization."

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