Nicholas McGowan, MSN, RN, CCRN

MED-ED, Inc

Nick McGowan is an ICU nurse, clinical educator and speaker who translates advanced critical care concepts into clear, usable action at the bedside. With over 15 years’ experience in the ICU, he grounds every session with current realities—messy, time-pressured and team-dependent. Nick’s sessions span CCRN®/PCCN® exam preparation, rapid response and resuscitation leadership, hemodynamics, ECG interpretation and clinical communication under stress.

Nick is the founder of Critical Care Academy, an evidence-based, interactive learning tool that aligns with the CCRN blueprint and has been associated with higher pass rates and stronger candidate confidence. His approach blends case-based scenarios, memorable mnemonics and interactive game-show-style learning with concise micro-lessons that help nurses retain what matters most for exam day or on the next shift. He has taught national audiences, including AACN’s National Teaching Institute, and partners with hospitals nationwide to improve CCRN certification rates. Colleagues describe his teaching as structured, systematic, engaging and fun! Audiences leave with pragmatic checklists, cognitive aids and memorable concepts they can use on exam day and to lead safer, more confident care.