Nicole Aguillera
Brooklyn,NY
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Nurse - Behavioral Health
Kings County Hospital Center
Brooklyn, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team: Facilitate team communication to ensure comprehensive care for pediatric patients.
- Coordinate with parents and caregivers: Communicate effectively with families, providing updates and support in the care of their child.
- Unit management: Oversee daily operations, staffing, and maintenance of a safe environment in the pediatric psychiatric unit.
- Lead and mentor nursing staff: Provide guidance and support to promote professional development and uphold best practices.
- Clinical oversight and quality improvement: Monitor care delivery, identify improvement opportunities, and implement quality initiatives for enhanced patient outcomes.
Staff Nurse
Kingsboro Addiction Treatment Center
Brooklyn, NY
02.2017 - 03.2022
- Conduct patient assessments and develop personalized treatment plans for individuals with addiction disorders.
- Monitor detoxification and withdrawal management, administering medications, and providing support.
- Deliver education, counseling, and therapy sessions to support patients in their recovery journey.
Staff Nurse, Behavioral Health
Kings County Hospital Center
Brooklyn, NY
02.2017 - 03.2022
- Conduct assessments, gather patient history, and coordinate admissions processes for pediatric psychiatric patients entering the inpatient unit.
- Safely administer medications following prescribed protocols, monitor patient responses, and provide education to patients and families on medication management.
- Deliver hands-on care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and addressing the physical and emotional needs of pediatric patients in the psychiatric unit.
- Serve as a patient advocate by communicating patient concerns, needs, and preferences to the interdisciplinary team, ensuring that individual patient rights and well-being are prioritized in care decisions.
Patient Care Associate
Kings County Hospital Center
Brooklyn, NY
02.2012 - 10.2017
- Assist with daily patient care activities, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
- Monitor patient vital signs, report changes, and help maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Provide emotional support, engage with patients, and offer companionship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL09-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
ASA College
Brooklyn, NY02-2017
Certificate - Patient Care Associate Program
ASA College
Brooklyn, NY12-2010
Skills
- Epic
- Therapeutic Communication
- Resource Management
- Strategic Planning
- Clinical Expertise
- Problem-Solving
- Collaborative Team Member
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Registered Nurse License #736316-1
- PCA Certificate
- BLS and PALS Certified
- EKG & Phlebotomy Certified
- PMCS (Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations) Certified
- Preceptor
Timeline
Head Nurse - Behavioral Health
Kings County Hospital Center
04.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse
Kingsboro Addiction Treatment Center
02.2017 - 03.2022
Staff Nurse, Behavioral Health
Kings County Hospital Center
02.2017 - 03.2022
Patient Care Associate
Kings County Hospital Center
02.2012 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
ASA College
Certificate - Patient Care Associate Program
ASA College
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