Nicole Kilgallen

Serves as a key member of the Trauma Center leadership team, designing and driving injury-prevention strategy in alignment with ACS trauma center verification standards. Leads educational programs and community outreach, secures grant funding, and coordinates cross-functionally with hospital staff and community partners.

Delivered direct patient care in a high-volume Emergency Department, managing triage, assessment, and treatment for a wide range of acute and emergent conditions. Coordinated with physicians and multidisciplinary staff to ensure timely, evidence-based interventions.

Delivered direct patient care in a high-acuity Emergency/Trauma Department, managing triage, stabilization, and treatment for critically ill and injured patients. Functioned as Charge Nurse, overseeing patient flow and staff assignments, and served as a Nurse Preceptor mentoring new ER staff.

Provided per-diem nursing care on the Observation Unit, monitoring patients for short-stay treatment and discharge planning. Assessed patient status changes and coordinated with physicians on treatment plan adjustments.

Provided direct behavioral health support and safety monitoring on an involuntary psychiatric ICU.

Served as a nursing assistant on an inpatient medical floor supporting patients receiving general medical and infectious disease care.

Pursued a Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, focusing on advanced psychiatric care and mental health nursing.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, building a strong foundation in clinical nursing practice and patient care.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, gaining insights into human behavior and mental processes that enhance patient communication and crisis management.