Corinne Aguilar, RN, BSN
Corinne Aguilar (RN-BSN) is a combat Army medic veteran and registered nurse with over 25 years of high-acuity nursing experience. Her healthcare journey began in 2000 as a U.S. Army medic (EMT-IV) and transitioned into civilian practice, where she earned her CNA license, Associate of Science in Pre-Nursing, and BSN, becoming a licensed RN in 2013. Corinne’s career reflects dedication, resilience, and a commitment to holistic, patient-centered care across diverse clinical environments, including emergency departments, ICUs, telemetry, and medical-surgical units.
For the past 12 years, Corinne has excelled as an Acute Care RN-BSN with HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, providing high-acuity care to up to 35 patients per day and serving as a stand-in charge nurse across multiple units. She is recognized for her adaptability, clinical expertise, and leadership, mentoring junior staff, improving workflow processes, and ensuring compassionate, evidence-based care in high-pressure settings. Her experience spans travel nursing, disaster relief, and frontline COVID-19 response, highlighting her ability to provide quality care in dynamic and challenging environments.
Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) at Western Kentucky University, Corinne is preparing to expand her impact through leadership, mentorship, and advanced practice. With over 20,000 hours of hands-on patient care, she aims to leverage her clinical expertise and mission-driven approach to serve communities holistically and advance the future of nursing. Corinne is also actively involved in mission work, demonstrating her commitment to service and compassionate care beyond traditional healthcare settings.
• CPR/ BLS
• RN
• TNCC
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Experienced Provider (ACLS)
• Cumberland University - BSN
• Volunteer State Community College - AS
• Good Conduct Award
• Operation Iraqi Freedom
• Student Nursing Association
• KANPNM
• Middle Tennessee Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (MTAPRN)
• National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
• Sumner Regional Medical Center
• Bold Hope
• GLOBAL VENTURES M2820 INC
What do you attribute your success to?
Corinne attributes her success to faith, perseverance, compassion, and purpose-driven work. Her career in healthcare began in military medical service and has evolved through roles as a registered nurse in diverse clinical settings, including emergency and critical care. Over the past decade, she has gained extensive experience in patient advocacy, faith-based care, and disaster relief, including serving as a travel nurse during the COVID-19 pandemic. She takes pride in connecting with patients on a human level, particularly during vulnerable moments, and has been honored with a DAISY Award nomination in recognition of her compassion and professionalism.
Currently, Corinne works as a registered nurse, managing 3–7 patients per shift while overseeing medication administration, patient monitoring, and critical care support. She is actively pursuing a Master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner with the goal of serving as a missionary nurse in the future. Her journey reflects steady growth, adaptability, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care that combines hands-on clinical expertise with empathy and resilience.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Corinne cites Jesus and her grandmother as her greatest influences, crediting them for shaping her faith, work ethic, and perseverance. Their guidance helped lead her into nursing and continues to inspire her professional journey.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Corinne encourages young women to never let age, past experiences, or fear limit their dreams. She believes it’s never too late to pursue nursing and urges others to follow their calling with confidence and faith.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Corinne identifies burnout and emotional strain as major challenges in nursing today. However, she sees opportunity in renewed purpose, faith-driven care, and mentorship, especially as more healthcare professionals seek meaning and balance in their work.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Corinne values faith, service, integrity, compassion, and perseverance. She believes nursing is not just a profession but a calling, rooted in caring for others physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Outside of work, Corinne enjoys Bible study, crafting, DIY projects, art, and spending time with her children. She is reminders of her love for creativity, family life, and personal growth. As a mother of five, she embraces both the challenges and rewards of raising independent children.