Meet Cathy
Catherine Bugayong (aka Cathy) is a pediatrician-turned-registered nurse from Pangasinan, Philippines. During her lifelong endeavor of learning, Cathy found her passion for helping others through teaching.
She recognized just how life-changing and significant it was for her students to pass the NCLEX.
It not only opened doors for bigger opportunities but passing the NCLEX also empowered her students and gave them the self-confidence to aspire for a better life.

Cathy’s Resume
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2020 - Present | Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital
- Physical Medicine Rehab Nurse, Registered Nurse
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (C.R.R.N.)
- Coach Mobility Trainer
- Notable Awards: 2022 Daisy Award Recipient (Awarded for Cathy’s dedication and incredibly meaningful impact in the lives of so many people.)
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2014 - 2020 | Rush Copley Medical Center
- Physical Medicine Rehab Nurse
- Charge Nurse
- Unit Leader / Partnership Chair in Physical Medicine Rehabilitation unit
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (C.R.R.N.)
- Coach Mobility Trainer
- Orientation Trainer for newly hired nurses
- Notable Awards: RCMC 2016 Nurse of the Unit Award
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2008 - 2014 | Elmhurst Hospital
- Medical Surgical Nurse
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2006 - 2008 | Meadowbrook Manor
- Nurse Supervisor
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2004 - 2005 | Veteran’s Memorial Medical Center
- Registered Nurse, Oncology Department
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2000 - 2003 | Philippines Children’s Medical Center
- Pediatric Residency Training
- Pediatric Doctor
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1998 | Our Lady of Fatima University (College of Medicine)
- Doctor of Medicine
- Academic Scholar
- Achievements: Ranking #6; Top 20 for the Medical Board Exam
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1994 | Our Lady of Fatima University (Valenzuela Campus)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Academic Scholar
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