Joseph Cascone
Long Island City
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing student in an accelerated BSN program with diverse clinical experience. Skilled in building trust with patients and families, supporting collaborative care with healthcare teams, and adapting effectively in fast-paced clinical environments. Committed to advancing health equity, promoting safe and effective care, and making a positive impact in the nursing profession. Passionate about delivering patient-centered care that promotes healing, dignity, and meaningful improvement in patients’ lives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Clinical Rotations
University of Mount Saint Vincent
10.2025 - 12.2025
- 28 hours total during the fall 2025 semester.
- Gained knowledge of community health nursing with a focus on underserved and vulnerable populations.
- Learned strategies for health promotion, disease prevention, and resource allocation in community settings.
- Explored the role of nurses in addressing health disparities and advocating for equitable access to care.
Behavioral Health Clinical Rotations
Saint Vincent's Hospital
08.2025 - 10.2025
- 63 hours total during the fall 2025 semester.
- Assisted in the care of patients with psychiatric and behavioral health conditions through therapeutic communication and observation.
- Monitored patient behavior, mood, and safety while participating in group and individual therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to support medication management and reinforce coping strategies for patients.
Maternal Newborn Clinical Rotation
Metropolitan Hospital Center
07.2025 - 08.2025
- 84 hours total during the summer 2025 semester.
- Assisted with newborn assessments, including Apgar scoring and vital signs.
- Supported mothers with postpartum care, breastfeeding, and patient education.
- Observed and participated in labor, delivery, and immediate newborn care.
Pediatrics Clinical Rotation
Cohen Children's Medical Center
05.2025 - 07.2025
- 84 hours total during the summer 2025 semester.
- Provided pediatric nursing care tailored to growth and developmental stages.
- Monitored children’s vital signs and supported immunizations and treatments.
- Educated families on pediatric health, safety, and developmental milestones.
Medical-Surgical Clinical Rotation
Metropolitan Hospital Center
01.2025 - 05.2025
- 84 hours total during the spring 2025 semester.
- Assisted with post-operative care, including monitoring vital signs, pain management, and wound care.
- Observed and supported patients with chronic and acute conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, pneumonia, and post-surgical recovery, ensuring safe and effective care.
- Collaborated with nurses to administer medications and reinforce patient education for discharge readiness.
Adult Health Foundations Clinical Rotation
Hebrew Home
09.2024 - 12.2024
- 84 hours total during the fall 2024 semester.
- Performed basic nursing skills including vital signs, hygiene care, and patient positioning.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living while promoting safety and comfort.
- Practiced foundational documentation, communication, and teamwork in a clinical setting.
Maintenance Crew Member
Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Operated tools and equipment for routine maintenance tasks, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Conducted inspections of facilities, identifying areas needing repair or improvement.
- Assisted in scheduling and executing preventative maintenance on machinery and systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mount Saint Vincent
The Bronx, NY12-2025
No Degree - Non-Degree Seeking Student
Hunter College
New York, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Human Biology
Hunter College
New York, NY05-2023
Associate of Science - Biology
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY08-2016
Skills
- Holistic head-to-toe assessments
- Safe medication delivery and evaluation
- Building trust through therapeutic dialogue
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration for patient care
- Task delegation with effective supervision
- Effective communication during clinical conflicts
- Promotion of equitable healthcare access
- Culturally aware patient care
- EHR documentation and communication
- Utilization of research-driven practices to improve patient results
- Effective time management in complex care settings
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Family education for discharge planning
- Flexibility in fast-paced healthcare
- Accountability in nursing practice
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association – Expires [09/2026]
- Mandated Reporter Training – State of New York, Completed [05/2025]
Timeline
Community Clinical Rotations
University of Mount Saint Vincent
10.2025 - 12.2025
Behavioral Health Clinical Rotations
Saint Vincent's Hospital
08.2025 - 10.2025
Maternal Newborn Clinical Rotation
Metropolitan Hospital Center
07.2025 - 08.2025
Pediatrics Clinical Rotation
Cohen Children's Medical Center
05.2025 - 07.2025
Medical-Surgical Clinical Rotation
Metropolitan Hospital Center
01.2025 - 05.2025
Adult Health Foundations Clinical Rotation
Hebrew Home
09.2024 - 12.2024
Maintenance Crew Member
Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mount Saint Vincent
No Degree - Non-Degree Seeking Student
Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts - Human Biology
Hunter College
Associate of Science - Biology
Nassau Community College