March 2025 Employees of the Month: Honoring International Nurses and Medical Technologists

At Health Carousel International (HCI), we believe in recognizing healthcare professionals who go above and beyond in transforming challenges into growth and service into impact. For March 2025, we proudly honor the exceptional nominees who continue to inspire through their stories of perseverance and purpose.

Czarina M., RN

Current State: Maine
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: ER, OR, L&D, MS

Czarina is a BSN-trained nurse and cum laude graduate with over eight years of international experience across the Philippines and Saudi Arabia. She has worked in diverse clinical settings including the Emergency Room, Operating Room, Labor & Delivery, and Medical-Surgical units. In the OR, she handles both scrub and circulate duties and has served in Charge Nurse roles.

When visa retrogression delayed her relocation, Czarina leaned on HCI’s consistent support and stayed focused on her goals. Her transition to the U.S. healthcare system has been marked by growth, adaptability, and perseverance.

“I give 101% because I know I’m appreciated,” she says.

Czarina continues to thrive in her role, bringing gratitude, leadership, and a commitment to quality care into every shift.

Bibilyn T., RN

Current State: Virigina
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: MS

With more than ten years of experience, including time as a staff nurse in Egypt, Bibilyn has built a strong foundation in the Medical-Surgical unit. She is skilled in administering medications, performing vital assessments, and handling procedures like IV cannulation, NGT insertion, and catheterization. Her ability to stay focused and dependable under pressure is a reflection of her growth and professionalism.

Though she once feared speaking in front of others, Bibilyn has emerged as a confident and collaborative nurse.

“I strive to be the best version of myself—for my patients, my team, and my future.”

Her journey reflects her desire to continually learn, contribute meaningfully, and rise to every challenge with purpose.

Anne M., RN

Current State: New Jersey
Country of Origin: Zimbabwe
Specialty: OR

With an impressive 24 years of professional nursing experience, Anne brings depth, dependability, and leadership to every clinical setting. Currently working in the Operating Room, she fulfills key leadership responsibilities as both a Charge Nurse and Nurse Preceptor, mentoring others while ensuring high standards of care.

Anne is recognized for her strong communication skills, ability to lead under pressure, and her unwavering commitment to teamwork. A reliable and thoughtful collaborator, she uplifts those around her and models the kind of professionalism that shapes healthier outcomes for patients and stronger support for staff.

Her decades of experience, paired with her steady leadership style, make her not only a skilled nurse—but a valuable asset to any hospital team in the U.S.

Junel T., RN

Current State: Michigan
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: ER, MS

With over three years of experience in both the Emergency Room and Medical-Surgical units, Junel is a BSN-trained nurse known for his compassionate and organized approach to care. He has served as a Charge Nurse in the Philippines and maintains active certifications in both BLS and ACLS.

Junel consistently brings his best to the bedside.

“I always make sure I deliver my utmost talent in providing healthcare,” he shares.

His mindset is centered on continuous improvement. Passionate, curious, and highly motivated, Junel is eager to expand his skill set and share his knowledge with fellow nurses. His enthusiasm for growth and new opportunities is matched by a strong foundation in emergency care, sound judgment, and patient-centered service.

For Junel, recognition is about more than acknowledgment, but a step forward in a journey of lifelong learning and leadership.

Jodeth S., MT

Current State: Virginia
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: MT

Jodeth’s journey into healthcare began with a dream of becoming a pediatrician. She chose Medical Technology as a stepping stone toward that goal, but along the way, she discovered a deeper calling. Now, nearly 28 years into her career as a Medical Technologist, she reflects with pride and clarity:

“The journey is all worth it.”

Since 2016, Jodeth has trusted HCI as a consistent and reliable partner in her professional path. Over the decades, she has brought her values—precision, patient safety, and respect—into every shift.

“They’ve never left me behind,” she says of HCI.

Recognition, to Jodeth, is not just a milestone. It’s a meaningful affirmation of a career built on skill, resilience, and unwavering purpose.

“It means I’m doing something right, and I’ll keep doing it.”

Lorenz Dave A., RN

Current State: Georgia
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: MS, PEDS

With over three years of nursing experience, Lorenz brings a thoughtful and collaborative approach to patient care. His work in Pediatrics and Medical-Surgical units involves close coordination with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including ancillary and auxiliary departments, to ensure safe and effective outcomes for patients. In his role, he also carries Charge Nurse responsibilities, demonstrating leadership and accountability beyond the bedside.

Lorenz’s professional foundation includes experience in nursing research, which enhances his clinical insight and evidence-based practice. Described as open-minded and a strong team player, he continuously seeks opportunities to grow and contribute meaningfully to his unit.

He credits HCI with helping him achieve more than a career.

“They helped me become a better nurse and a better person.”

Through cultural competence, collaboration, and continuous learning, Lorenz continues to build a nursing practice rooted in advocacy, purpose, and resilience—reminding us that impact is made not only through knowledge, but through character.

Hazel N., RN

Current State: Oregon
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: NICU

With 16 years of nursing experience and a BSN degree, Hazel brings a deep well of clinical excellence and compassionate leadership to her NICU practice. She has spent over a decade at a JCI-accredited hospital in Abu Dhabi, where she has served as both a Charge Nurse and Nurse Preceptor—guiding new staff while delivering specialized care to the most vulnerable patients.

Hazel maintains certifications in BLS and the Neonatal Resuscitation Program, and recently passed the IELTS exam, continuing to position herself for global career growth. Her experience is rooted in solid bedside care, matched with the kind of professionalism that uplifts entire units.

She found her one and only agency in HCI—and never looked back.

“They supported me every step of the way,” she says.

What she’s learned along the way: flexibility, kindness, and the power of staying grounded in values.

“Recognition inspires me to be better than I was yesterday—and to appreciate the people around me even more.”

Romulo B., RN

Current State: Georgia
Country of Origin: Philippines
Specialty: ICU, MS

A BSN graduate and a registered nurse for four years, Romulo brings a rare combination of clinical expertise, compassion, and professionalism to every shift. His ICU background includes direct care for complex patients, as well as the ability to skillfully operate critical equipment like cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, and patient-controlled anesthesia systems.

Known for being organized, reliable, and service-oriented, Romulo has strong leadership skills, excellent time management, and a calm, focused approach in high-pressure situations.

“Life has no guarantees. Nursing taught me that. So I live each day fully, giving my best.”

With a pleasing personality and a desire to continuously grow, he is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while expanding his skill set and professional potential.

Recognition, for Romulo, isn’t about perfection—it’s about purpose.

“It means I’m doing something meaningful, and I’m proud of that.”

Suleiman B., MT

Current State: Virginia
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Specialty: MT

Suleiman is an ASCPi-certified Medical Technologist with over five years of experience across a wide range of laboratory sections, including Blood Bank, Chemistry, General Lab, Hematology, Immunology, Microbiology, and Urinalysis. His versatility and strong technical skills make him a dependable presence in any clinical laboratory setting.

He is deeply committed to consistency, precision, and continuous learning—values that have made him a respected and reliable team member.

“HCI has a reputation for never abandoning its healthcare workers. That says everything,” he shares.

Suleiman’s story reflects not only professional competence but also a readiness to grow and adapt. His advice to other internationally educated professionals:

“Be open to learning. America is full of opportunities—if you’re willing to grow, the system supports you.”

Reflecting Forward: Your Journey Starts Here

This month’s honorees are living proof that courage, commitment, and community can take your career further than you ever imagined.

If you're looking to start your journey in the US, take inspiration from their stories. HCI is here to support, guide, and walk beside you every step of the way.