Prior to founding Worldwide Community First Responder (WCFR), Jacqueline Cassagnol has worked as a director of nursing, nursing professor, board member of several organizations. Her work has been recognized by Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Alpha Eta Honor Society of Allied Health Professions, and with Clinical Excellence Award given by Helene Fuld College of Nursing, and Major Program Honors in Nursing Award given by Mercy College.