Meet the Team – Catherine Cornelius

Today, we’re thrilled to feature Catherine Cornelius, our recently appointed UK Nursing Manager for Northern Ireland & UK.

Get ready to be inspired by her diverse background, passion for healthcare, and exciting vision for AA Euro Healthcare’s expansion.

About Catherine Cornelius:

• American roots: Hailing from Texas and residing in London for over 6 years, Catherine brings a global perspective to her role.
• Seasoned nurse: With 20+ years of experience, Catherine has an impressive background in Critical Care, Trauma, and various nursing positions.
• Military service: Prior to becoming a nurse, Catherine served in the US Army, demonstrating her commitment to service and leadership.

Beyond the workplace:

• Adventure enthusiast: Catherine is an avid motorcyclist, gym rat, and globetrotter, having visited over 100 countries!
• Animal lover: This proud pet parent shares her home with a giant cat named Kevin and a rottweiler named Texas.
• Fun fact: Most people wouldn’t guess Catherine is also a licensed bodyguard – talk about diverse skills!

Career Journey:

• Motivated by helping others: Leaving the military, Catherine found her calling in nursing, attracted to its flexibility and the satisfaction of aiding others.
• High-flying achievements: Serving as a flight nurse on a trauma helicopter stands as a testament to her dedication and expertise.
• Evolving path: From bedside care to travel assistance and management roles, Catherine’s journey reflects her desire for growth and a healthy work-life balance.

At AA Euro Healthcare:

• Thriving on variety: Catherine relishes the diverse team composition across countries and the hybrid work flexibility offered by AA Euro.
• Excited about expansion: She sees immense potential in the UK and Northern Ireland markets, envisioning a high-quality service for top-tier clients.
• Unique contributions: With her strong people skills, business acumen, and healthcare expertise, Catherine bridges the gap between nursing and business, benefiting AA Euro immensely.

Key insights:

• AA Euro’s strengths: Catherine highlights the company’s years of recruitment experience, global reputation in construction, and potential for market recognition in the UK.
• Future goals: Establishing a base of high-caliber clients and staff while delivering top-notch healthcare staffing solutions excites her.

Quickfire:

• Alternative career: Security, leveraging her bodyguard license.
• Recommendations: Catherine emphasizes personal growth and self-empowerment over specific podcasts or books.
• Favourite holiday spot: Roatan, Honduras, for its incredible scuba diving.
• Remote work: While enjoying hybrid flexibility, Catherine finds in-office work more productive.
• Industry trends: She observes a concerning trend of subpar agencies exploiting foreign workers, tarnishing the reputation of legitimate providers.
• Biggest recruiting pet peeve: Lack of transparency from clients and workers regarding needs and skills.

Connect with Catherine:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinecornelius/
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +44 7743 931641

We hope you enjoyed getting to know Catherine!

Stay tuned for more inspiring team member introductions in our “Meet the Team” series.