Personal Qualities OF A HEALTH CARE WORKER

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES 5 main factors: Diet- eating well balanced meals and nutritious foods provides the body with the materials needed for optimum health.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Rest- Adequate rest and sleep help provide energy and the ability to deal with stress

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Exercise: Exercise- Maintains circulation and improves muscle tone.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Good Posture- Good posture helps prevent fatigue and puts less stress on the muscles.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Avoid use of Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs- The use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs can seriously affect good health.

Personal Appearance Uniforms: must be kept nice and tidy no wrinkles. You should always ask your H.C.F what your uniform should look like White or Neutral undergarments should be worn if your uniform is white.

Professional Appearance Uniform: Uniform should be kept clean and neat, free of wrinkles, and well fitting.

shoes Shoes should provide good support and be very comfortable. Shoes should also be cleaned daily (including the shoe laces).

Professional Appearance Shoes: Any shoes should fit well and provide good support. Shoes should stay clean and in good condition.

Clean Personal Hygiene Daily showers or baths should be taken to prevent body odors. Antiperspirant should be worn at all times. Clean

NAILS Nails must be short, trimmed, shaped, and clean. unwanted Nails must be short, trimmed, shaped, and clean. NO COLOR (use lotion, or hand cream to keep hands from getting chapped.)

Professional Appearance Hair and Makeup: Hair should be kept clean and neat. Long hair must be pinned back and kept off the collar. The purpose of makeup is to enhance your natural appearance.

First Impression In the first 20 seconds to 4 minutes people form an impression about another person based mainly on appearance. That is why it is important to present a professional appearance.

Personal Characteristics Empathy Honesty Patience Willingness to Learn Enthusiasm Dependability Acceptance of Criticism

Personal Characteristics Self-Motivation Tact Competence Responsibility Discretion Team Player

Team Work By working together, a team can accomplish goals much faster than an individual.

Keeping Winter Warm Keeping Winter Warm was a service – learning project sponsored by HOSA( Health Occupations Students Of America). HOSA donated socks, gloves, hats, and canned food to our local needy families.