11/25/2025
Colleague Spotlight: Ana AIvariza, RN ā clinical nurse coordinator, medical surgical unit at HCA Florida Capital Hospital.
When asked about her journey of becoming a nurse Ana says, āI became a nurse because I love science, and I enjoy taking care of others. Nursing is truly a job from the heart. I enjoy the critical thinking aspect and the fact that if I do things right and do my best, I can make a positive impact on peopleās lives.ā
āI adore being a nurse, and I canāt imagine doing anything else. Helping others is such a humbling experience and I enjoy also mentoring new nurses and helping them strengthen their skills and confidence.ā
āI started as a travel nurse in 2022, and the team at HCA Florida Capital Hospital made me feel right at home, I decided to come back as a full-time nurse on the same floor. I like the fact that HCA Healthcare offers opportunities within different hospitals, locations, and even countries.ā
When asked about advice Ana has for new nurses ā she said, āTo new nurses, your role is more important than you may think. You will touch peopleās lives, and they will touch yours. Itās the most humbling and fulfilling career, and it must be done with heart. As a nurse, you meet people at their worstāemotionally and physically. You can change someoneās life forever, so do it with the best intentions. Treat every patient with empathy and compassion.ā
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