Nicole Monaco
Washington,DC
Summary
Future nurse and certified personal trainer with expertise in anatomy, patient care, and physical fitness. Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Marymount University, complemented by a minor in Psychology. Recipient of a full-ride scholarship and multiple donor awards, demonstrating commitment to academic excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Apprentice - Earn While You Learn Nursing Scholar
Virginia Hospital Center (VHC)
Arlington, USA
12.2024 - Current
- Support clinical tasks on Med-Surg and Neuro/Stroke units such as neuro checks, I&O monitoring, fall-risk assessments, and post-op care.
Head Mentor/tutor
Marymount University
Arlington, USA
12.2024 - Current
- Malek School of nursing mentoring program to help 1st semester nursing students transition into Nursing school.
- Academic support, immersive study sessions, and emotional support Mentor.
UCLA SHPEP scholar /internship
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
Los Angeles, USA
06.2024 - Current
- Pre health summer research program with an emphasis on health disparities and clinical interventions.
- OBGYN assimilation labs, Mentorship, and Research panel.
Medical Assistant
Inova Health System
Falls Church, USA
07.2023 - Current
- Perform patient intake including full vital signs, medication reconciliation, and symptom screening.
- Assist providers during dermatologic procedures such as biopsies, excisions, and wound care.
VHC Nurse Extern
Virginia Hospital Center
Arlington, Virginia
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided direct patient care on Med-Surg and Neuro/Stroke units under RN supervision
- Shadowed multiple units, including Emergency Department, Intermediate ICU, and Cardiac floors
- Performed neuro checks, monitored intake and output, and assessed fall risk
- Assisted with post-operative care and medication administration with an RN
- Participated in skills days practicing IV insertion, IV pump programming, and medication safety
English Tutor
Big Ben institute
Buenos Aires, Argentina
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Tutored international students from across South America to strengthen English reading, writing, and conversational fluency.
Education
Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN) -
Marymount University
Arlington, VA05.2026
High School Diploma - Advanced IB Diploma
Thomas Edison
Alexandria, VA01.2022
Skills
- Bilingual
- Research
- Hospital experience
- Spanish
- Patient care
- Public speaking
- Vital signs
- IV therapy
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Critical thinking
- Wound management
Affiliations
Med-Surg Telemetry, Neuro/Stroke, Labor & Delivery (OB), Behavioral Health, Cardiac Step-Down (CVSD), Pediatric Step-Down ICU, Community Health, Internship/Practicum
— Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center
— Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center
Certification
- AED Certification
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), 07/23/25
- Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter, Trained in clinical terminology, patient communication, and healthcare interpreting standards
Awards Scholarships
- Rose Bent Lee Nursing Donor-funded scholarship for First generation College students.
- Lettie Pate Whitehead Nursing Scholarship
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
VHC Nurse Extern
Virginia Hospital Center
05.2025 - 07.2025
Nurse Apprentice - Earn While You Learn Nursing Scholar
Virginia Hospital Center (VHC)
12.2024 - Current
Head Mentor/tutor
Marymount University
12.2024 - Current
UCLA SHPEP scholar /internship
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
06.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Inova Health System
07.2023 - Current
English Tutor
Big Ben institute
03.2020 - 04.2022
Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN) -
Marymount University
High School Diploma - Advanced IB Diploma
Thomas Edison