Ashley DiBisceglio
Castleton,NY
Summary
Float Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Garnet Health Medical Center, delivering high-quality care in cardiac telemetry, med-surg, same-day surgery, ED holds, inpatient rehab, and postpartum support. Expertise in telemetry monitoring and personalized treatment plan development, leading to improved patient outcomes. Awarded Preceptor of the Year for contributions to team development and patient care enhancement. Certified in BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIH Stroke Scale, with a strong focus on patient safety and compassionate care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac/Stroke RN
Saint Peters MEDICAL CENTER
Albany, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Provided comprehensive, high-acuity care for patients managing post-surgical recovery (such as cardiac cath, TAVR, pace maker placement and ablation/cardioversion) complex cardiac conditions and stroke symptoms.
- Proven ability to monitor complex cardiac rhythms, assess acute neurological changes, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
- Perform rapid neurological assessment using the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) to establish baseline deficit.
- Obtain vital signs and blood glucose immediately.
- Evaluate last known well time and symptom onset.
- Check level of consciousness, speech, facial droop, limb drift, vision changes, and coordination.
Float RN
Garnet Health Medical Center
Middletown, NY
01.2018 - 06.2025
- Administered comprehensive nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic procedures, including echocardiograms, pacemaker evaluations, and cardiac catheterizations, supporting accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Managed telemetry monitoring for multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and rapid response to changes in condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless postpartum care, including thorough mother–baby assessments, lactation support (latch techniques/positioning), and newborn discharge education.
- Partnered with providers and surgical teams to develop personalized treatment plans that optimized recovery for same-day surgery patients.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic surgery, and complex medical conditions in a 24-bed acute rehab setting.
- Trained and precepted new hires and nursing students, contributing to improved confidence, competency, and department retention rates.
- As charge nurse Facilitated shift huddles and handoff reports, ensuring accurate and complete communication between outgoing and incoming teams.
- Built strong therapeutic relationships with patients and families, offering emotional support and addressing questions or concerns related to care plans.
Unit Clerk
Garnet Health Medical Center
Middletown, NY
11.2016 - 09.2017
- Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.
- Facilitated timely transfer of patients within the facility by coordinating bed assignments and communicating with appropriate departments.
- Organized patient charts, enhancing the flow of information among healthcare providers and contributing to better-informed treatment decisions.
CNA
Garnet Health
Middletown, NY
01.2015 - 11.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
CNA
Middletown Park Rehabilitation And Health Care Center
Middletown, NY
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions on dementia care techniques such as de-escalation strategies.
Education
Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY02.2019
Associates in Nursing -
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY05.2017
High School Diploma -
Washingtonville
Washingtonville, NY06.2011
Skills
- BLS
- ACLS
- TNCC
- NRP
- PCU Essentials
- Preceptor of the year (2023)
- NIHSS
Timeline
Cardiac/Stroke RN
Saint Peters MEDICAL CENTER
06.2025 - Current
Float RN
Garnet Health Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2025
Unit Clerk
Garnet Health Medical Center
11.2016 - 09.2017
CNA
Garnet Health
01.2015 - 11.2016
CNA
Middletown Park Rehabilitation And Health Care Center
09.2013 - 12.2014
Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing
Excelsior College
Associates in Nursing -
Orange County Community College
High School Diploma -
Washingtonville