JENNIFER NICOL
BINGHAMTON,US
Summary
Empathetic and detail-oriented registered nurse with 15 years of experience across varied healthcare settings. Skilled in patient education, clinical assessments, patient advocacy, and collaborative care, essential for supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Adept at building trust and delivering compassionate care, with a strong commitment to learning and contributing effectively within addiction and recovery settings. Committed to promoting patient safety, fostering resilience, and empowering individuals to achieve positive health outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Experience
Voices Recovery Services
Binghamton, US
09.2025 - Current
- Sorted and organized hundreds of clothing donations to ensure accessibility for community members
- Assisted with food bank operations by categorizing and stocking 100+ food items weekly for distribution to community members
- Maintained a clean, welcoming environment that served an average of 50 visitors per week
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to streamline donation processes, reducing sorting time
- Consistently recognized by staff for dependability and work ethic
- Developed strong interpersonal skills, empathy and resilience
Registered Nurse - School Nurse
United Staffing Solutions- Audubon School
New York City, US
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Ensure compliance with national and local health laws.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety.
- Provided compassionate care to 25-30 students each day, fostering a safe environment that promoted physical and emotional well-being.
- Partnered with educators and parents to develop individualized care plans, enhancing communication and support for students' health needs.
Registered Nurse - COVID-19 Testing
Access Staffing LLC, Lincoln Hospital
Bronx, US
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Collection of oral and nasal swab testing for COVID-19.
- Performed assessment screenings.
- Maintained strict adherence to PPE and infection control protocols.
- Supported public health initiatives and education during pandemic response.
- Monitored patient symptoms and test results, ensuring accurate data reporting for improved health tracking.
Registered Nurse
Private Duty Care
Westchester, US
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided compassionate care to patient with systemic lupus
- Monitoring health conditions and treatment as directed by physician/family
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans, improving patient outcomes through
effective communication - Demonstrated empathy in patient interactions, fostering trust and comfort during care processes
- Implemented tailored care strategies that significantly enhanced patient mobility and daily living activities
Registered Nurse - COVID-19
ExecuSearch Staffing Group
New York, US
03.2020 - 04.2020
- Collection of oral and nasal swab testing for COVID-19
Performed assessment screenings - Maintained strict adherence to PPE and infection control protocols
- Supported public health initiatives and education during pandemic response
- Monitored patient symptoms and test results, ensuring accurate data reporting for improved health tracking.
Registered Nurse
Private Duty Nursing
Westchester, US
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided compassionate care to patient with systemic lupus
- Monitoring health conditions and treatment of such as directed by physician/family
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, strengthening communication and ensuring holistic
treatment approaches - Delivered compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and emotional support during challenging health journeys
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making and promoting adherence to care
plans
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery Unit
Northern Westchester Hospital
Mount Kisco, US
04.2014 - 10.2019
- Provided ante/pre/post-partum patient care in hospital setting
- Fulfilled role of charge nurse, with responsibility to supervise up to 4 RN's and 1 surgical scrub technician
- Provided education and assistance with breastfeeding and breast care post-partum
- Served on holistic care committee and provided this care on unit as requested by patients within hospital policy
- Acted as preceptor to newly hired staff
- Provided bereavement care in situations of pregnancy loss, ordering and providing appropriate literature and memory boxes
to offer grieving patient and family - Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress while ensuring comfort and safety
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and
attending to baby after birth - Implemented evidence-based practices in labor management, leading to measurable improvements in delivery times and
patient satisfaction - Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized birth plans, fostering a supportive environment for
expectant mothers
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Oncology Unit
Northern Westchester Hospital
Mount Kisco, US
12.2011 - 04.2014
- Prioritized and managed care of up to 7 patients in high-volume acute care setting
- Supervise and delegate tasks within scope of practice to supporting staff
- Role as charge nurse on unit
- Oriented, precepted and mentored new nurses/hires
- Accurately documents all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Established quality nursing care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
- Initiated and maintained peripheral IV's, implanted ports and PICC lines
Performed exceptional end of life care to patients along with support and empathy for patients and family - Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and facilitating
seamless communication
Education
CREDENTIALED ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR (CASAC) -
Helio Health
12.2026
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN) -
Pace University
Pleasantville, New York05.2011
Skills
- Cultural competence and empathy
- Team collaboration
- Documentation and electronic medical records
- Resilience and perseverance
- Compassion and empathy
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patient advocacy and education
- Phlebotomy skills and IV management
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Charge role
- Clinical skills
Certification
• Registered Nurse (RN) License- (NYSED) Office of the Professions, Issued 2011
Timeline
Volunteer Experience
Voices Recovery Services
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - School Nurse
United Staffing Solutions- Audubon School
03.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse - COVID-19 Testing
Access Staffing LLC, Lincoln Hospital
12.2020 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Private Duty Care
05.2020 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse - COVID-19
ExecuSearch Staffing Group
03.2020 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Private Duty Nursing
10.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery Unit
Northern Westchester Hospital
04.2014 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Oncology Unit
Northern Westchester Hospital
12.2011 - 04.2014
CREDENTIALED ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR (CASAC) -
Helio Health
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN) -
Pace University