1. I enjoy helping people.

2. I know how to express myself clearly so that people understand me.

3. I am aware of how people react to what I say or do and why they react that way.

4. I have compassion for the elderly, frail, sick or disabled.

5. I am able to quickly adapt to good or bad events.

6. I report to work in spite of bad weather, child-care, or transportation issues.

7. I don’t mind if, on occasion, I am asked to take an extra shift on short notice.

8. I am respectful of people in positions of authority.

9. I leave my personal problems “at the door” when I report to work.

10. I am patient with an older person who has difficulty speaking or communicating.

11. I have strong opinions, but I don’t try to force my opinions on others.

12. It is easy for me to start a conversation with someone I don’t know or just met.

13. I can recognize when something is wrong, or is about to go wrong.

14. I work well under stressful situations,whether it’s caused by people or events.

15. I am not distracted by strong or unpleasant odors.

16. If someone is having a bad day and tries to take it out on me, I don’t let it bother me.

17. I don’t have a problem cleaning up bodily fluids (urine, vomit, or stool).

18. I take time to listen and understand the point a person is making before I ask questions.

19. I believe I can make a difference in peoples’ lives.

20. I understand what is written in official documents like letters, memos, policies, and procedures.

21. I can present my ideas clearly when I write.

22. I know how to appropriately adjust my reaction based on what others say or do.

23. I can analyze problems and come up with a solution.

24. I like things that are well-organized.

25. I know how to investigate and identify the cause of a particular problem.

26. I can concentrate on tasks even with noises and other interruptions.

27. I am respectful of people whose background and experiences are different from mine.

28. I would be comfortable cleaning up or bathing a sick or elderly person.

29. I think about how I can be better at what I do.

30. I get things done without being told to do them.

31. I can teach someone how to perform a task.

32. I work hard at improving my performance without a supervisor telling me.

33. I am detailed-oriented.

34. I am good at controlling my temper.

35. I am honest and trustworthy.

36. I have a sense of humor.

37. I work well in a group or team.

38. I can stand or move about for long periods of time.

39. I can lift objects without difficulty.

40. I follow work policy and procedures even when others tell me they aren’t necessary.

41. I give my full attention to someone who is speaking to me.

42. I like the sciences like biology, physiology, or chemistry.

43. I understand ideas and information presented to me.

44. I won’t get bored performing the same tasks every day.

45. I am a good listener.

46. I am good at managing my time.

47. I’m willing to take on extra tasks, responsibilities, and challenges to get the job done.

48. Healthcare jobs are important.

49. I am sensitive to other peoples’ feelings.

50. I can stoop and reach without difficulty.