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Three New York Women Are Bridging the Gap Between Nurses and Patients and Redefining Home Health Care

Introducing Nurse Connect - not a staffing agency, but a platform that lets nurses work independently and connect directly with patients for on-demand, in-home care.

At a time when hospitals are facing record staffing shortages and patients are struggling to find accessible support at home, three New York women, Jaclyn Passante, Katherine Brennan, and Amanda Ciardiello, have created a new kind of healthcare solution.

Nurse Connect is a first-of-its-kind digital platform that directly connects skilled nurses with patients seeking home care. The mission is simple: empower nurses with flexibility and autonomy, while helping patients find trustworthy, qualified care on their own terms.

Their message is clear — Choose your schedule. Choose your patients. Choose yourself.

THE FOUNDERS’ STORIES

Jaclyn Passante, RN — Founder & CEO

“My ‘why’ starts with being a mom. I know so many nurses who love what they do, but their families come first. After having my first child, I wanted a way to provide for my family financially while also being physically and emotionally present. I was lucky to find private work through referrals, but not every nurse has that network, and not every patient knows how to find the right nurse when they need one. That’s why I created Nurse Connect - to give nurses the flexibility they deserve and to give patients the power to choose the care that feels right for them.”

Katherine Brennan, RN — Co-Founder

“When Jackie first told me about Nurse Connect, something immediately clicked. It felt like the exact thing I’d always been looking for as a nurse, a way to use my skills in a more flexible, personal way. When I went through fertility treatments, I realized, even as a nurse, how hard it was to manage everything alone. Later, watching my grandmother after her stroke, I saw firsthand how impossible it was to find short, personalized support. That option simply didn’t exist. Nurse Connect bridges that gap between patients who need help and nurses who want to give it.”

Amanda Ciardiello — Co-FounderWith over a decade of experience as a Vice President in the medical and technology space, Amanda brings deep expertise in business development, operations, and healthcare innovation. Her background leading large-scale medical initiatives and implementing tech-driven solutions adds a crucial layer of strategy and scalability to Nurse Connect. As a mother and advocate for women in leadership, Amanda is passionate about building systems that support both patients and the professionals who care for them.

WHY THIS STORY MATTERS

Nurse Connect is not an agency; it’s a connection platform designed to meet the real-world needs of both sides of healthcare.

For Nurses:

• Set your own schedule, rates, and services

• Keep 100% of your earnings

• Choose patients and cases that align with your expertise

• Restore balance, flexibility, and purpose in your career

For Patients:

• Connect with licensed, experienced nurses for in-home care

• Book as-needed or ongoing visits

• Avoid agency minimums and rigid scheduling

• Receive trustworthy, compassionate support at home

This model is transforming the way care is delivered, making it easier for patients to get help and giving nurses a way to continue doing what they love without sacrificing family, freedom, or well-being.

WHY IT’S NEWSWORTHY

• Women-founded and locally grown: Built by three New York women bringing heart, innovation, and firsthand healthcare experience.

• Addresses national issues: Tackles both the nursing shortage and the growing demand for flexible home-based care.

• A first-of-its-kind model: Directly connects independent nurses and patients, no agencies, no red tape.

• Tech meets compassion: Merging healthcare expertise with smart technology for a seamless, secure, and empowering experience.

AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEW

Founders Jaclyn Passante (RN), Katherine Brennan (RN), and Amanda Ciardiello (Healthcare Executive) are available for interviews, podcast features, and media coverage to discuss:

• The story and inspiration behind Nurse Connect

• The growing need for flexibility in nursing and home care

• How technology is helping humanize healthcare again

To schedule an interview or request press materials (photos, bios, app demo), please contact:

Katherine Brennan at info@nurseconnectnow.com 

or visit https://www.nurseconnectnow.com.

About Nurse Connect

Founded by nurses Jaclyn Passante and Katherine Brennan and healthcare executive Amanda Ciardiello, Nurse Connect is a first-of-its-kind platform that connects qualified registered nurses with patients seeking personalized, flexible in-home care. The company’s mission is to empower nurses, simplify home care, and make healthcare more human.

Learn more at www.nurseconnectnow.com