MONIQUE CASWELL, DrPH, MBA, ACHE, RN, CST
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Healthcare executive and academic–clinical leader with experience as Program Director and Department Chair overseeing allied health, nursing, mental health, and human services programs, faculty leadership, accreditation, and academic operations. Holds an MBA in Healthcare Management, strong financial acumen, and is a PhD candidate in Industrial & Organizational Psychology. Proven in aligning academic strategy with workforce needs, driving organizational development, strengthening outcomes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading high-performing interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Assistant Professor (part Time)
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Instructor for surgical students in operating room setting and mentoring on surgical procedures, conscious and aseptic techniques.
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials to enhance student learning experiences.
- Mentored students through academic challenges, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with faculty to design interdisciplinary curriculum aligned with institutional goals.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methodologies and incorporating real-world examples.
Cardiac Cath Lab Specialist
Shore Heart Group
Neptune City, NJ
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted with diagnostic and interventional cardiac/vascular procedures including endovenous ablations, revascularizations, sclerotherapy, pacemaker insertions, and peripheral vascular interventions.
- Supported emergent cases such as STEMI interventions and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) setups, ensuring rapid stabilization and patient safety.
- Scrubbed, circulated, and monitored patients during procedures; maintain sterile technique and infection control.
- Managed supplies, instruments, equipment, and billing/coding documentation.
- Collaborated with physicians/nurses to ensure patient safety and outcomes.
Department Chair | Program Director
Mandl School of Allied Health
New York, NY
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Lead 22 faculty/staff, support 250+ students, and manage a $500K budget with $45K in cost savings.
- Increased passing rates by 85% within 3 months by recruiting RN instructors.
- Contributed to $2.65M annual revenue with a 76% ROI from program growth.
- Achieved 80% student retention and 85%+ job placement rates.
- Expanded clinical partnerships to enhance accreditation and student training.
- Implemented assessment tools to measure learning outcomes, informing data-driven decision-making within the department.
Scrub Nurse (Preceptor)
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital
New York, NY
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Supported orthopedic surgical teams with sterile instruments and supplies.
- Maintained infection prevention protocols and improved surgical outcomes.
- Precepted and trained new surgical staff on OR standards.
Cath Lab Technician (Contract)
South Brooklyn Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Monitored hemodynamics during procedures.
- Assisted in STEMI, pacemaker, and IABP cases.
- Contributed to protocol improvements that enhanced recovery times.
Clinical Nurse Extern
Aspire Countryside Rehabilitation Center
Tampa, FL
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered patient care (injections, tracheostomy care, medication administration).
- Maintained accurate EHR documentation.
Senior Scrub Nurse
Harlem Hospital
New York, NY
01.2002 - 10.2022
- Supported multiple specialties: OR, Ambulatory Surgery, IR, and Labor & Delivery.
- Enforced infection control and optimized procedural efficiency.
Respiratory Therapist (Per-Diem)
NY Downtown Hospital
New York, NY
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Assist with diagnostic and interventional cardiac/vascular procedures including endovenous ablations, revascularizations, sclerotherapy, pacemaker insertions, and peripheral vascular interventions.
- Support emergent cases such as STEMI interventions and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) setups, ensuring rapid stabilization and patient safety.
- Scrub, circulate, and monitor patients during procedures; maintain sterile technique and infection control.
- Manage supplies, instruments, equipment, and billing/coding documentation.
- Collaborate with physicians/nurses to ensure patient safety and outcomes.
Education
PhD - Psychology- Industrial & Organizational Leadership
National University
San Diego, CADrPH - Public Health
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tampa Medical College
Tampa, FL08.2023
MBA - Healthcare Administration/Management
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MN08.2020
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Tech
Paramus, NJ09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Cardiopulmonary Science
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MN10.2016
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT04.2013
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Bronx Lebanon/ CWE Surgical Technology Program
New York, NY05.1999
Skills
- Healthcare Operations Leadership
- Strategic Planning & Growth
- Financial & Budget Oversight
- Surgical Instrumentation & Sterile Technique
- Patient Experience & Advocacy
- Clinical Program Development
- Staff Training & Mentorship
- Accreditation & Compliance
Certification
- RN (Compact Licensed) | LPN | Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Infection Control & Epidemiology
- BCLS | ACLS | PALS
- Mental Health First Aid
- NBSTSA Surgical Technologist
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (Eligible)
Affiliations
- American College of Healthcare Executives
- National Board of Surgical Technologists & Assistants
- National Association of Healthcare Quality
- New York Society of Respiratory Care
- Worldwide Women’s Association
- Association for Professionals in Infection Control & Epidemiology
CORE SKILLS
- Talent Development
- Process Innovation
- Infection Control & Risk Management
Timeline
Adjunct Assistant Professor (part Time)
Kingsborough Community College
09.2025 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Specialist
Shore Heart Group
08.2025 - 10.2025
Department Chair | Program Director
Mandl School of Allied Health
01.2024 - 10.2025
Clinical Nurse Extern
Aspire Countryside Rehabilitation Center
11.2023 - 03.2024
Cath Lab Technician (Contract)
South Brooklyn Hospital
07.2023 - 05.2024
Scrub Nurse (Preceptor)
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2025
Respiratory Therapist (Per-Diem)
NY Downtown Hospital
04.2011 - 09.2013
Senior Scrub Nurse
Harlem Hospital
01.2002 - 10.2022
PhD - Psychology- Industrial & Organizational Leadership
National University
DrPH - Public Health
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tampa Medical College
MBA - Healthcare Administration/Management
Concordia University
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Tech
Bachelor of Science - Cardiopulmonary Science
Concordia University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Bronx Lebanon/ CWE Surgical Technology Program