Articles

Alba Young, customer service representative at CHOC Children's

CHOC Associate Gives Back with Career in Customer Service

A career in customer service isn't for everyone, but Alba can't imagine doing anything else. She shares what inspires her to give back to others.

Jason Williams, Pre-Op/PACU Nurse, at CHOC Children's

Seasoned Pre-Op/PACU Nurse Pursues Passion for Mental Health

Jason Williams, RN, has devoted his 18-year nursing career to CHOC, with nearly all that time in pre-op and PACU. He loved working in those areas, but couldn't pass up on the opportunity to pursue his passion for mental health.

Eva Esmaeili, neonatal nurse at CHOC Children’s at Mission Hospital (CHOC Mission)

CHOC at Mission Nurse Shares Insight on Advanced Education

A veteran neonatal nurse, Eva Esmaeili recently earned her master’s degree in nursing, while caring for her family and working full time.  In this Q &A, she shares what inspired her to return to school, and offers insight to others who may be considering a similar path.

Graduates of the RN Residency Program

How to Stand out as a Candidate for CHOC’s RN Residency and Fellowship Programs

CHOC offers residency and fellowship programs for nurses interested in pediatrics. Each program receives 500 applications.

interview tips

How to Ace the Interview Using These Four Tips

CHOC senior recruiter Isacc Leija offers four easy tips to help job candidates ace their next interviews.

Interviewing tips with Isacc Leija, senior recruiter

How to Deliver a Successful Interview Using STAR

CHOC senior recruiter Isacc Leija provides tips on how to use the STAR technique to deliver a successful interview.

CHOC NICU nurse cradles baby

Compassion, Skill and Advocacy: Caring for the Smallest of Patients

Caring for the smallest of patients in a hospital takes specialized training and a unique skillset. In this Q & A, a NICU nurse tells more.

Dr. Nick Anas of CHOC Children's

Bringing Bedside Experience to the Hospital C-Suite

Physicians wishing to participate in strategic planning must learn to work with hospital executives. Open communications is key.

Waldo Romero, vice president, facilities and support services

Preserving Food Purposefully

Addressing childhood hunger, reducing waste and sustaining resources motivated CHOC to explore a partnership with a local food bank.

Kim Cripe, CEO CHOC Children's

Three Questions to Ask When Evaluating Potential Partnerships

The right strategic alliance results in a team that’s greater than the sum of its parts. Conversely, a mismatch can be a disaster for both parties.

Parents smiling as Kim Cripe holds their child

Taking Cues from a Children’s Hospital to Improve Customer Experience

The level of care and attention provided at CHOC an transcend pediatric health care and would serve well any business – and their customers.

Exterior view of CHOC Bill Holmes South Tower

Leadership Choices Help Build Trust

We all know the value of brand trust. Loyalty, respect and trust come if we regularly meet – or exceed – our customers’ expectations.