centralfloridahealthnews.com CFHN | 15 Roan Cadavona, APRN, FNP-C Nurse Practitioner Ritu Aparajita, MD, RPVI Vascular Surgeon Kollagunta Chandrasekhar, MD, FACC Cardiologist Milcah Grace S. Caculitan, APRN, FNP-C Nurse Practitioner K.S. Chandrasekhar, MD, FCC …established his clinic over 20 years ago. He is well known in the community and trusted for his accurate diagnosis and compassionate care. Ritu Aparajita, MD, RPVI Roan Cadavona, APRN, FNP-C Milcah Grace S. Caculitan, APRN, FNP-C • Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner • Member of Staff for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital • Board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine • Executive Director the Heart Function Clinic, Low Risk Chest Pain Center and the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital • Staff for BayCare Winter Haven Hospital • Staff for Lake Wales Medical Center • Clinical Associate Professor, FSU College of Medicine • Nursing School: Laguna College. San Pablo City, Philippines • Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Laguna College, San Pablo City, Philippines • Master of Science in Nursing: University of South Florida, Tampa, FL • Board Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner • Hospital Affiliations BayCare Winter Haven Hospital A Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon who earned her MBBS at University of Delhi, India. She then completed a research fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center and a residency in general surgery at Staten Island University Hospital in New York, she completed her fellowship training in Vascular Surgery at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and St. Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey. She’s co-authored more than two dozen journal articles. She was recently nominated for the American Medical Association Inspiration Award that recognizes physicians who have contributed to the achievements of women in the medical profession. …brings a high level of education and experience in Cardiac Catheterization, Electrophysiology and working in the Cardiovascular Progressive Care unit. He serves a vital role in providing patients with optimal cardiovascular care through counselling and screening, as well as disease prevention and management strategies. Upon receiving her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida, Milcah worked as a Nurse Practitioner at a Neurology Clinic for 10 years. Prior to that she spent 8 years as a Charge Nurse in the Medical Surgical Unit at Lake Wales Medical Center. These experiences have enhanced her perspective on providing exceptional care. She prides herself in taking the extra time to listen and educate patients while promoting participation in their cardiac health. Milcah believes in the importance of the patient-provider relationship and is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. treadmill testing. She is known for her calm presence in even the most high- pressure situations, she consistently creates a sense of reassurance for both her patients and peers. Her ability to thoughtfully accommodate patients onto an already full schedule without compromising quality of care speaks to her organizational skills and unwavering commitment. — Cindy O’Steen, RN – Clinical Services Coordinator SARA HUDSON, CHEMOTHERAPY INFUSION REGISTERED NURSE, WATSON CLINIC CANCER & RESEARCH CENTER What is a moment that reminded you why you became a nurse? I am honestly reminded all the time by little moments in the day to day. It can be as small as a heartfelt “thank you” or as big as watching someone ring the bell at the end of their chemo journey. Seeing that look on their face-that feeling of accomplishment and knowing they really did it. So many moments, whether big or small, remind me why I wanted to go into nursing in the first place: to be there for people in some of their hardest times and hopefully make it a little bit easier for them. How has nursing changed you? Nursing has really opened my eyes to the fact that nothing in life is guaranteed. We really don’t know what is going to happen from one day to the next. What’s something people misunderstand about your job? Most of the time when I tell people I’m a chemo infusion nurse, they say, “Oh, that must be such a sad job!” The truth is it is quite the opposite most of the time. Since becoming an Oncology nurse, I have encountered the strongest, most appreciative, and kindest patients. Of course there are sad times, but when you get to know these patients and have the honor of taking care of them, you see another side of it. Being an Oncology nurse is beautiful and raw and these wonderful patients of ours show just how powerful the human spirit can be. Seen & Heard Sara is an invaluable, highly skilled chemotherapy nurse whose deep compassion for her patients is matched only by her dedication to supporting her co-workers. — Diane Swift – Clinical Coordinator Sara is one of our most senior chemo nurses and is a highly respected team member. Her nursing skills are impeccable and she is an excellent mentor to new staff. Sara treats each patient with compassion and kindness. She is quick to notify doctors of changes and is usually one of the first to the side of a patient in crisis. — Kelly Ball RN, OCN – Chemotherapy Team Lead SHEILA COILE, REGISTERED NURSE, CLINICAL EDUCATOR, WATSON CLINIC EDUCATION BUILDING How has nursing changed you? I didn’t go into nursing school with any previous medical knowledge or expe- rience. I graduated from Polk Community College in 1993, and it wasn’t my intention to go into Oncology. God put me in that field because I had a way with people. I could talk to them, maintain a sense of compassion, but also be firm when needed. Although I grew as a nurse, I also grew as a friend, a co- worker, a sister, a daughter, a wife, and a mother. Every job change, every new experience, every new task has molded me into the nurse and human being I am today – strong, wise, realistic, fair, com- passionate, and with a deep de- sire to ensure that patients are well taken care of. What is the most rewarding part of being a nurse? I can honestly say that the most rewarding thing about nursing for me is knowing that every day I make a difference. I have a hand in changing someone’s life, and to change a life is to change the world. CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 SHEILA COILE
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