Cathyjo Catalano
Franklin Square,USA
Summary
As a seasoned Nurse Manager of Labor and Delivery at NYU Langone–Mineola, I provide strategic and operational oversight for a high‑volume obstetric service supporting approximately 5,000 deliveries annually and leading a workforce of 90 FTEs. Responsibilities include clinical operations, staffing and budget management, regulatory compliance, and quality and safety performance.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Molloy University
Rockville Centre, NY
09.2004 - Current
- Analyzed student outcomes via exams, projects, and clinical assessments to enhance educational effectiveness.
- Delivered comprehensive support and guidance to students during clinical rotations and internships to enhance their learning experience.
- Assisted nursing students in navigating educational requirements and course selections to achieve academic success.
- Coordinated efforts among faculty across disciplines to develop and refine nursing curriculum components.
Nurse Manager Labor and Delivery
NYU Langone LI
Mineola, NY
07.2001 - Current
- Directed nursing staff in maintaining compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Integrated evidence-based practices into patient care protocols, focusing on safety and quality enhancement.
- Assessed nursing personnel performance through structured evaluations, reinforcing professional development initiatives and accountability standards.
- Implemented inventory control strategies for medical supplies, optimizing resource distribution and availability within the unit.
Staff Nurse Labor and Delivery
NYU Langone LI
Mineola, NY
06.1987 - 07.2001
- Delivered informative sessions on childbirth processes, post-delivery care, and breastfeeding techniques to empower patients and families with essential knowledge.
- Engaged with obstetricians and anesthesiologists to design personalized birth plans that address individual patient needs.
- Engaged in collaborative initiatives to promote teamwork and improve unit performance among staff members.
- Provided expert guidance and support in labor and delivery nursing, fostering professional development among new and less experienced team members.
Staff Nurse ICU
St Francis Hospital
Roslyn, NY
06.1983 - 06.1987
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL07-2021
Masters of Science Nursing - Administration and Informatics
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY05-2004
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - undefined
Pace University
Pleasantville, NY05-1985
Skills
- Experiential learning
- Student academic guidance
- Operational oversight
- Workforce development
- Patient education and advocacy
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Financial oversight
Accomplishments
Implemented Team Birth
Supported reduction of the NTSV rate to less than 30%
Affiliations
- 09/2018-2020 Chapter Coordinator AWHONN
- 09/2017-current Chair Nassau/Suffolk Network
- 01/2018-11/2019 Faculty SIGMA/ J&J Maternal Leadership Academy
- 02/2016-11/2017 Mentor SIGMA/J&J Maternal Leadership Academy
- 02/2012-11/2013 Mentor SIGMA/ J&J Maternal Leadership Academy
- 09/1990-present Member AWHONN
- 5/2004-present Member SIGMA/Epsilon Chapter
Certification
- Inpatient OB NCC 11/1991-current
- Certified Childbirth Ed. Council of Childbirth Ed 09/1990-current
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring NCC 08/1989-current
- NE-BC ANCC 08/2021-current
Awards/Honors
06/2019 Nominee/Nurse of Excellence Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council, 05/2018 Nurse Mentor Winthrop University Hospital, 05/2010 Florence Nightingale Award (the first one given) Molloy College
Publications
- Garry, D., Kalish, R., Catalano, C., Maulik, D. (2003). Randomized controlled trial of vaginal misoprostol versus dinoprostone vaginal insert for labor induction. Journal of Maternal Fetal Neonatal Medicine. 13(4). 254-9. Doi : 10.1080/jmf.13.4.254.259
- 11/2019 “The Role of the Obstetrical Navigator supporting the Pregnant Adolescent” SIGMA 45th Biennial conference SIGMA/J&J National Seashore, Maryland
- 11/2019 “Initiation of a Standardized Substance Screening Tool” SIGMA 45th Biennial conference SIGMA/J&J National Seashore, Maryland
- 11/2016 “Effectiveness of Using the Peanut Ball to Shorten the First and Second Stage of Labor” SIGMA ThetaTau Biennial conference SIGMA/J&J Indianapolis, Indiana
- 11/2013 “Parental Engagement in the NICU” SIGMA Theta Tau Biennial conference SIGMA/J&J Indianapolis, Indiana
- 06/2016 “Transformational Journey to Breast-Feeding” AWHONN National Seashore, Maryland
- 11/2016 “Obesity in Pregnancy” Winthrop University Hospital OB/Gyn Conference Mineola, NY
- 05/2017 “Obesity in Pregnancy” Winthrop University Hospital Perinatal Conference Syosset, NY
Nurse of Excellence Nominee
Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Molloy University
09.2004 - Current
Nurse Manager Labor and Delivery
NYU Langone LI
07.2001 - Current
Staff Nurse Labor and Delivery
NYU Langone LI
06.1987 - 07.2001
Staff Nurse ICU
St Francis Hospital
06.1983 - 06.1987
Masters of Science Nursing - Administration and Informatics
Molloy College
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - undefined
Pace University
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Chamberlain College of Nursing