Ashley Symister, BSN, RN
South Ozone Park,NY
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in school health and cardiac surgical step-down care, providing post-operative monitoring, telemetry assessment, medication administration, and early identification of complications. Strong background in care coordination, infection prevention, symptom surveillance, and patient education, with competent use of EPIC electronic health records. Seeking to transition into an ambulatory care role within vascular surgery, focused on continuity of care, disease prevention, and patient-centered outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Comprehensive Resources Inc.
, NY
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Assessed and monitored student health status; provided nursing care, referrals, and follow-up for acute and chronic conditions.
- Developed and implemented individualized student health care plans in alignment with provider orders and district policies.
- Served as liaison between families, school staff, and healthcare providers to communicate health needs and nursing findings.
- Applied infection prevention and control practices within the school setting, including symptom monitoring, isolation procedures when indicated, and adherence to public health guidance.
Staff Nurse – Cardiac Surgical Step-Down Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Delivered post-operative nursing care to cardiac and vascular surgery patients, including telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and focused cardiovascular assessments.
- Performed comprehensive pre- and post-intervention assessments to identify complications such as bleeding, infection, impaired circulation, or hemodynamic instability.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care focused on recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention of complications.
- Served as a sentinel for post-surgical deterioration, promptly recognizing abnormal findings and escalating care per clinical protocols.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, wound care, medication adherence, activity restrictions, and lifestyle modifications to promote vascular health.
- Documented all care and assessments in EPIC in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY School of Professional Studies
05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
NYC College of Technology
01.2022
Skills
Pre- and Post-Procedure Assessment
Patient-Centered Care Planning
Care Coordination & Continuity of Care
Quality & Performance Improvement
Medication & Treatment Administration
Symptom Monitoring & Early Intervention
Wound & Surgical Site Monitoring
Disease Prevention & Health Promotion
Health Teaching & Counseling
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
EPIC Electronic Health Records
HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), New York, Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 12/11/25, Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 11/17/25, Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), American Heart Association, 12/03/25, Present
Timeline
School Nurse
Comprehensive Resources Inc.
12.2024 - 09.2025
Staff Nurse – Cardiac Surgical Step-Down Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
04.2024 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY School of Professional Studies
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
NYC College of Technology