Christine Desantis

Compassionate and analytical Registered Nurse with a strong background in pediatric and school nursing, hospice, and home care. Skilled in delivering comprehensive health care to diverse populations, with a commitment to quality, ethics, and evidence-based practice. Proven ability to manage student health needs, chronic conditions, and emergency response in Pre-K to middle school settings. Dedicated to fostering safe, healthy environments for children and staff alike.

School Nurse - New Egypt Primary School (Pre-K – Kindergarten) - New Egypt, NJ

(2024-09)

• Provide direct care and health management for ~180 young children.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician’s orders.
• Maintain immunization compliance and individualized healthcare plans (IHPs).
• Conduct screenings (vision, hearing, BMI); manage chronic illnesses.
• Educate students and families on healthy habits and hygiene.
• Support infection control and COVID-19 prevention protocols.

School Nurse - New Egypt Middle School - New Egypt, NJ

(2022-05 - 2024-06)

• Managed health needs for 270 students, including care coordination and screenings.
• Oversaw documentation compliance with Ocean County Health Department.
• Trained staff on diabetes, seizure response, allergy management, and more.
• Supported emotional and developmental needs of adolescents.

Substitute School Nurse - Jackson School District - Jackson, NJ

(2021-09 - 2022-04)

• Provided coverage for elementary, middle, and high schools.
• Delivered first aid, managed chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes), and supported students with medical needs on field trips.

Intake Nurse Manager / Casual Nurse - Northwell Health – University Hospice - Staten Island, NY

(2017-04 - 2025-03)

FT: 04/2017 – 08/2021; Casual: 02/2022 – 3/2025

• Assessed patients for hospice eligibility across care settings.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary care and provided emotional support to families.
• Specialized in end-of-life care and symptom management.

Home Care RN - Northwell Health - New York, NY

(2015-03 - 2017-04)

• Developed and implemented individualized home care plans.
• Administered medications and treatments; monitored patient progress.

Staff RN, Medical/Surgical & Hospice - Forest Hills Hospital (Northwell Health) - Queens, NY

(2012-08 - 2015-02)

• Delivered inpatient care with a focus on post-surgical and palliative care.
• Documented in EMR (Sunrise Clinical Manager) and coordinated care planning.

Post-Graduate School Nurse Certification - Kean University, NJ (2022-03 - 2022-12)

Bachelor of Science - Nursing - SUNY Empire State College, Saratoga Springs, NY (2016-05)

Associate in Applied Science - Nursing - Trinitas School of Nursing/Union County College, Cranford, NJ (2012-01)