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Health Carousel International proudly announces the August 2025 Employee of the Month winners: Dorcas B., RN (Virginia) and Ian D., RN (Ohio). Dorcas, with 16 years of experience across Medical-Surgical, Long-Term Care, and Home Health, is recognized for her leadership, mentorship, and patient-centered care. Ian, a perioperative and critical care nurse with 16 years of global experience, is celebrated for his perseverance, adaptability, and commitment to excellence after transitioning from Belgium to the U.S. Their journeys highlight resilience, humility, and the courage to grow beyond comfort zones, embodying the values that define international nursing success.

Health Carousel International celebrates its August 2025 Employee of the Month nominees—Dorothy, Gherell, Ginger, Dyna, Nicole, Kimberly Ann, Ian, and Dorcas. These nurses embody resilience, adaptability, and compassion as they navigate their U.S. healthcare journeys. From Labor & Delivery to Dialysis, Oncology, Pediatrics, and beyond, their stories highlight courage, humility, teamwork, and the pursuit of lifelong learning. Each nominee proves that international healthcare professionals bring not only skill, but also purpose and heart, to the communities they serve across the United States.

Judy’s journey into nursing is one of resilience, transformation, and heartfelt purpose. From her early dreams of being a meteorologist to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces as a medical technician, her path was far from linear—but always rooted in care. After raising her children and keeping a promise she made following her son’s recovery, Judy pursued a career in nursing that now finds her in a high-tech pediatric hematology-oncology unit in the southern U.S. There, she supports children through complex treatments with compassion and expertise. With the support of Health Carousel International and PassportUSA, Judy successfully transitioned to the U.S. healthcare system and now serves as a leader, preceptor, and APHON-certified specialist. Her story reflects the deep emotional strength required of internationally educated nurses and the lasting impact they make on patients and families alike. Judy’s message to future nurses is clear: trust the process, hold onto your dreams, and remember that even the smallest patients carry the biggest hearts.

Health Carousel International proudly celebrates Rose W., RN (Iowa) and Eloisa Mae R., RN (New Jersey) as our July 2025 Employees of the Month. Rose brings over five years of Emergency Department experience and embodies adaptability, teamwork, and patient advocacy. Eloisa Mae, a Neuro ICU nurse from the Philippines, now thrives in New Jersey, demonstrating precision, compassion, and resilience in caring for critically ill patients. Their stories highlight the courage and dedication of international nurses who turn challenges into growth and bring healing far beyond the bedside.

Health Carousel International celebrates its July 2025 Employee of the Month nominees: Jean Aika H. (OR & L&D, New Jersey), Rose W. (ER, Iowa), Reina Marie Q. (ICU & MS, West Virginia), Eloisa Mae R. (ICU, New Jersey), and Maria Jemima F. (MS & Pediatrics, Maine). Each nominee represents resilience, adaptability, and compassion in their unique journeys. From mastering high-pressure operating rooms and emergency care to guiding critical ICU and pediatric patients, these clinicians show how international healthcare professionals enrich U.S. healthcare. Their stories highlight not only clinical excellence but also the personal perseverance and cultural adaptability needed to thrive far from home.

On June 25, 2025, PassportUSA hosted an unforgettable engagement event in Dothan, Alabama, bringing together over 75 healthcare professionals and their families. Led by Maeve Maloney and supported by the IES and Success teams, the event was filled with music, dancing, singo bingo, and deep connections. More than a celebration, the gathering highlighted the importance of in-person engagement, cultural connection, and community support for internationally educated nurses adjusting to life in the U.S.

Health Carousel International proudly celebrates the June 2025 Employees of the Month, Florence Jane G. (RN, Maryland) and Kathreen Niña Q. (RN, Ohio). Both nurses exemplify resilience, compassion, and the values of international nursing. Florence, with over four years of Mother-Baby experience, highlights the role of dignity and empathy in caring for vulnerable mothers. Kathreen Niña, specializing in obstetrics and emergency care, emphasizes listening and emotional validation as cornerstones of patient care. Their recognition reflects HCI’s commitment to supporting globally trained nurses who bring both skill and heart to U.S. healthcare.

The June 2025 Employee of the Month nominees at Health Carousel International showcase the courage, resilience, and compassion of globally trained healthcare professionals. From emergency rooms to mother-baby units, these nominees have overcome challenges, embraced cultural adaptation, and continued to elevate patient care in the U.S. Their stories—from perseverance through retrogression delays to redefining success through humility, gratitude, and patient impact—highlight the values that define global nursing excellence.

Health Carousel International proudly names Rica N., RN, and Milaneth T., RN, as May 2025 Employees of the Month. Rica, now practicing in Maine, embodies resilience and growth as she adapts to U.S. healthcare with compassion and professionalism. Milaneth, with 16 years of experience and a specialty in NICU, continues to thrive in Maryland as a mentor and advocate for her smallest patients. Their stories highlight courage, adaptability, and purpose—reminding us that international nurses bring not only skill but also heart to every shift.

Health Carousel International proudly introduces the May 2025 Employee of the Month nominees. These inspiring clinicians—Rica N., Arcelle B., Gretchel A., Mary Anne A., Milaneth T., Nadia P., and Christy M.—embody resilience, adaptability, and purpose as they advance their careers in the U.S. healthcare system. Their stories highlight how internationally educated nurses and allied health professionals transform challenges into growth while staying rooted in compassion and service. Each nominee demonstrates how global perspectives enrich patient care and strengthen the nursing profession.

This inspiring spotlight follows the journey of Honey Reyes, a compassionate and award-winning nurse from the Philippines who now thrives in the U.S. as a certified Medical-Surgical and Gerontology Nurse. From her roots in Manila to earning the Nurse Excellence Award in New Jersey, Honey’s story is one of purpose, perseverance, and passion for patient care. Her message to fellow nurses is a heartfelt call to continue making a difference—one act of care at a time.

In celebration of Nurses Week, this blog honors the diverse and deeply personal journeys that bring individuals into the nursing profession. From grief and fear to resilience and triumph, these powerful stories reflect the heart, strength, and purpose behind every nurse’s path. Health Carousel International is proud to support nurses at every step of their professional journey, helping them grow, thrive, and continue writing their unique story.

Health Carousel International proudly celebrates April 2025 Employees of the Month, Shayla Lorraine S., RN and Lilian S., RN. Shayla, a dedicated nurse in Iowa with five years of experience, has grown into a confident leader who finds strength in gratitude and daily victories. Lilian, a Medical-Surgical nurse in Georgia, transformed her dream of working in U.S. healthcare into reality through persistence and purpose. Their recognition highlights resilience, compassion, and the quiet strength that drives internationally educated nurses to thrive in the U.S. healthcare system.

Health Carousel International proudly announces the April 2025 Employee of the Month nominees, each representing resilience, adaptability, and leadership in U.S. healthcare. From diverse clinical specialties—including Emergency, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical, Dialysis, OR, and Mother-Baby—these nurses showcase how global perspectives enrich patient care. Their stories highlight perseverance, cultural adjustment, and a shared commitment to professional growth. Together, they reflect the courage and compassion that define internationally educated nurses as they find purpose, one step at a time.

In tribute to Pat’s Day of Joy, Health Carousel International honors its 2024–2025 DAISY Award recipients—extraordinary nurses who have demonstrated unmatched compassion, clinical excellence, and a profound impact on patients and families. From heartfelt nomination stories to moving award ceremonies, this post celebrates the spirit of the DAISY Foundation and HCI’s unwavering commitment to nurse recognition. Featuring quotes from HCI leadership, this reflection is a powerful reminder of the difference nurses make every day.