1. Personal Traits of Healthcare Professionals

2. Multiple Decisions Daily
What to Do
Why to do it
How to do it
When to do it
Where
Whom to do it with
Decisions Require Thought & Carry Significant Consequences

3. Character Traits Professionalism
Personal values: what do you put your worth in
Reputation: character in the view of others
Morals: right and wrong
Integrity: of sound moral principle
Trustworthiness/ Respect/ Honesty
Be on time
Perform the job responsibilities with competence
Keep promises and meet obligations

4. Within 20 seconds to 4 minutes:
First Impressions
Within 20 seconds to 4 minutes:
people form an impression about another person based mainly on appearance
Therefore:
it is important to present an appearance that inspires confidence and a positive self image

5. Good Health

6. Professional Appearance

7. Professional Appearance
Personal Appearance
Good Health
Professional Appearance
Diet
Uniform/ Clothing
Rest
Name Badge
Exercise
Shoes
Good Posture
Personal Hygiene
Avoid use of Alcohol, tobacco and drugs
Nails
Hair
Jewelry
Makeup and Tattoos

10. Personal Characteristics
Empathy
Tact
Dependability
Patience
Honesty
Responsibility
Team Player
Personal Characteristics
Discretion
Competence
Enthusiasm
Self-Motivation
Acceptance of Criticism
Willingness to Learn

11. Personal Characteristics
Empathy
Tact
Patience
Team Player
Personal Characteristics
Discretion
Acceptance of Criticism
Willingness to Learn

12. Personal Characteristics
Dependability
Honesty
Responsibility
Personal Characteristics
Competence
Enthusiasm
Self-Motivation