Nicole Gardella

Nicole Gardella is an experienced healthcare professional currently serving as a SAFE Examiner at Lifespan, where trauma-informed care is provided to sexual assault survivors. Prior roles include Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at Coastal Medical, focusing on primary care, diabetes management, and overseeing patient care programs. In addition, Nicole has engaged in small business ownership as a bee apiary farmer and has extensive experience as a Registered Nurse Practitioner in various medical settings, including integrated medical weight loss and internal medicine. Nicole has also contributed to educational initiatives as an adjunct professor and has held positions in critical care nursing. Nicole holds a Master's degree in Family Practice Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in Registered Nursing from the University of Rhode Island.