About Us

Meet Our Team

CEO | Founder of Nurse Concierge

Rebecca Fittipaldi

With over 18 years of dedication to the field of education, Rebecca has devoted her career to nurturing and empowering others. Her academic journey began at Seton Hall University, followed by a Master’s degree from Georgian Court University. A few years ago Rebecca elected to have surgery which eventually required a revision surgery. Her recovery experiences after both surgeries were dramatically different. Neil, Rebecca’s husband, cared for her after her first surgery and did the best he could for someone with no background in postoperative care. It was evident that Neil was not adept at handling the constant attention and assistance that someone needs after major surgery- the care one needs after a major surgery is work for the person attending to them. And if someone isn’t familiar with this type of care, there can be a great deal of stress and anxiety put on everyone. The first 24-48 hours are critical in monitoring and managing pain, vitals, mobility, medication, drainage, infection, and overall comfort. For the revision surgery, Rebecca and Neil opted to hire a professional registered nurse recommended by their doctor, and Rebecca’s recovery was immediately better. The attentive, personalized, pampered care by a licensed clinician was incredibly comforting, relaxing, and in a word, wonderful! Her experience was her inspiration to start Nurse Concierge, a service dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, spa-quality, professional postoperative care. If you’re having surgery, she wants her positive experience while recovering to be everyone’s positive experience as they recover.

President | Founder of Nurse Concierge

Neil Fittipaldi

Neil is Rebecca’s husband and biggest fan. He graduated from Rutgers University in ’00, and over the past 24 years has spent the majority of his career in the Healthcare industry. If you’ve read Rebecca’s story above, you have already learned that the healing and recovery she experienced after her initial surgery was simply not a good experience. And yes, Neil was her primary care provider after that first surgery, which looking back was not the right choice! For the revision surgery, they took their doctor’s advice to hire a private nurse for the first two days of Rebecca’s healing and it was absolutely the best decision they had made. What they learned was that the post-op part of the surgery is incredibly important, as there are a number of factors that can complicate a patient’s recovery and create situations that can prevent the body from healing properly, or even worse, create health issues completely unrelated to what was operated on. Thanks to their private nurse, they were inspired by the positive outcome of Rebecca’s second surgery and they took the leap of faith to start Nurse Concierge. Neil will manage all operations requirements of the business and is always available to share the vision for, and their excitement about, the future of postoperative home nursing care.

Meet Our Staff

Clinical Director

Carlie Joyce, MSN, FNP-C

Carlie is a Family Nurse Practitioner with 11 years of clinical experience in the Emergency Department and Urgent Care settings. She completed her Bachelor’s of Nursing at New Jersey City University, her Master’s Degree in Nursing at Monmouth University, followed by a Post-Master’s Certificate at UMass Boston. Carlie prides herself in being a friendly and empathetic provider who addresses the “whole picture” while meeting the unique needs of each patient.

Carlie ‘s responsibilities include:

Hiring, Onboarding, and Training our qualified nurses and nurse assistants
Ensuring the doctor’s recovery plan is strictly followed
Check-ins with the nurse on staff to ensure client satisfaction

Carly Rogers, RN

With over 10 years of experience as a dedicated nurse specializing in emergency medicine, Carly brings a wealth of knowledge and a calm presence to even the most critical situations. Her career has honed her skills in rapid decision-making, patient advocacy, and compassionate care during life’s most challenging moments.

Chelsie Fitzpatrick, BSN-RN

With over 10 years of experience in clinical healthcare, Chelsie is transitioning into a role in post-op care. She brings 2 years of specialized experience in Labor & Delivery and OBGYN, particularly in caring for patients after C-sections. Chelsie is passionate about building strong relationships with patients during their recovery, providing compassionate care, and offering support during those critical first hours and days post-op. She’s excited to continue making a positive impact on her patients’ journeys to recovery!

Rachel Reeves, RN

With over 10 years experience as a nurse, Rachel possesses a deep understanding of the education, support, and resources patients need to maintain their health, improve, and recover at home. Her kindness and compassion allow her to connect with her patients and deliver the best care possible!

Matthew Christiani, BSN, RN

Matt has been caring for post operative patients in a healthcare setting since 2017. He has experience in Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, and General Surgery.

Meghan Boyle, BSN, RN

With over 8 years of nursing experience with a background in emergency medicine and cardiac care, Meghan brings extensive knowledge in post op complications and care. Meghan has dedicated her career to providing a compassionate and calm attitude to even the most critical of situations. Meghan has always been passionate about positive patient outcomes and education of the patient and family to advocate for themselves and their medical care. She takes pride in providing all around support for her patients and their families.

Amber Astalos, RN- BC

Amber has 7 years experience as a registered nurse with a strong background in Trauma Acute Care. She completed her Masters in Nursing Education and has served as a nurse educator, teaching skills to undergraduate nursing students as an adjunct instructor in the clinical setting.

Heather Emme, BSN, RN-BC

Heather has 7 years of experience as a registered nurse and Director of Patient Care. She has extensive experience with Peer Mentorship, Shared Governance, Chair of Unit Based Council, and Wound Prevelance. Positive patient outcomes and seeing them through to their successful recovery is her passion.

Candice Fitzpatrick, TCRN, BSN, RN

Candice has 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and has over 8 years experience in a Level 1 Trauma center. Working in a fast-paced, high pressure environment has trained her to handle a wide range of medical situations, from minor to critical. She is proficient in rapid assessment, prioritizing patient care, administering medications, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team. In addition, She also has more than 2 years experience as both a home infusion nurse as well as a Supervisor of Nursing for a home infusion company specializing in patient care and satisfaction.

Toni Roma, C-EFM, BSN, RN

Having worked in healthcare for 8 years, Toni has learned to provide effective and efficient patient care. She is deeply passionate about patient advocacy and ensuring care in a timely and professional manner. She is driven by collaboration with patients, families, and providers to create a healthy healing environment. She feels there is nothing more rewarding than being part of a patients’ success story!

Jennifer Cosentino, BSN, RN

Jennifer has 17 years of nursing experience, working in a wide range of areas, including emergency medicine, PACU, critical care, and cardiac surgeries. She is extremely knowledgeable in early identification of complications from procedures, and how to ensure quality care for a patient. She is outgoing, compassionate, and has received numerous nursing awards in patient care!

Jillian Sceurman, BSN, RN

Jillian has 10 plus years of experience in nursing. Her background is in Pediatric home care, medical surgical-telemetry at MMC, and post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia post surgery.

Kristen Keenan, BSN, RN

Kristen is board certified in medical surgical nursing, with 5 years of experience. She has spent her time in med-surg nursing, specifically caring for post-op patients. She loves meeting new people and providing a calm environment for patients to begin the healing process. She is compassionate and attentive to their needs, and collaborates with their care team to ensure their post-op experience is as smooth and stress free as possible!

Juliana D’Agostino, BSN, RNC-OB

Juliana has 5 years of nursing experience and is passionate about providing excellent, personalized care to her patients. She has extensive knowledge and experience as a labor and delivery nurse as well as in caring for post-op patients. She is dedicated to connecting with her patients by providing support, education, and compassionate nursing care.

Stephanie Ring, RN

With over 4 years of experience as a Medical-Surgical nurse specializing in postoperative patients, Stephanie brings knowledge and expertise in caring for intermediate care patients. Conducting research for hospital acquired illness, wounds and postoperative complications has aided in her critical decision making for patients. She is passionate about positive and compassionate patient care.

Rose Garrison, BSN, RN

Rose has been a nurse for 10 years, primarily medical-surgical nursing and post-anesthesia recovery. She has worked in a hospital setting for 13 years before entering outpatient care. She currently holds the position of Infection Control Designee, ensuring infection control compliance. She is a patient advocate and loves to educate both patients and their families about postoperative best practices and compliance.

Kristine Strelec, BSN, RN

Kristine has over 20 years of experience focused in cardiac step-down, post-operative care and cardiac rehabilitation. Her passion for helping others is at the heart of everything she does, and she excels at navigating stressful situations and post-operative complications with calm and reassurance.

She is a strong advocate for her patients and ensures they receive the emotional support, education, and resources needed during their recovery. By working collaboratively with physicians, patients, and their families, she is able to create individualized plans of care that prioritize their overall well-being and health.

Cristina Perez, BSN, RN, CCRN

With 7 years of nursing experience in both step-down and intensive care, Cristina has developed a strong background in postoperative care in critically ill patients. She is dedicated to patient advocacy and prioritizes safety and comfort for her patients. She is compassionate and truly finds her work in patient care rewarding.

Deanna Santiago, BSN, RN

With over a decade of experience in healthcare, Deanna has spent the past two years in specialized pediatric nursing care, with a focus on post-operative care. As she transitions into adult postoperative care, she continues to bring her compassionate approach and commitment to providing individualized support during recovery. Deanna is passionate about applying her clinical expertise with collaboration to create a positive and impactful environment during recovery for both clients and their families.

Taylor Jensen, BSN,RN

In 4 years as an RN, Taylor has gained valuable experience and knowledge in working with surgical patients post operatively. She is extremely passionate and committed to providing patient-centered care, education, and emotional support to help her patients recover comfortably at home.

Lindsey Pace, BSN, RN

With 7 years of experience in same-day surgery, outpatient care, and trauma settings, Lindsey is dedicated to prioritizing patient care above all else. She thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments and is well-trained to manage a wide range of clinical situations. Her strong commitment to patient-centered care continues to drive her passion and excellence in the nursing profession.

Heather McGinn, RN

Heather is a Surgical Care Nurse with three years of experience specializing in postoperative recovery. She provides comprehensive support to patients following surgery through vigilant monitoring of vital signs, effective pain management, attentive wound care, and proactive prevention of complications. Heather works collaboratively with surgical teams and interdisciplinary providers to promote patient comfort, deliver clear education, and guide each individual safely and confidently toward optimal healing.

Nicole Locicero, BSN, RN

Nicole brings more than 16 years of nursing experience and is nearing completion of her master’s degree as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Her background spans both post-operative care and home care/home infusion, giving her a broad and practical understanding of patient needs across settings.

Recognized for her empathy and strong organizational skills, Nicole is deeply committed to supporting the healing of mind, body, and spirit. She is passionate about building trust, fostering a sense of security, and ensuring that every patient feels seen, supported, and cared for during their most vulnerable moments.

Janette Principe, BSN, RN, CNOR

Janette brings nearly 14 years of nursing experience. For the past six years, she has worked in the Operating Room, collaborating closely with many local plastic surgeons and becoming well-versed in their unique styles, preferences, and routines. Janette adapts quickly, loves learning new skills, and thrives as part of a team committed to putting patients first.

Kaitlyn Hardmeyer, BSN, RN

Kaitlyn is a compassionate and reliable nurse with a background in emergency medicine. She is known for strong critical-thinking skills, staying calm under pressure, and creating a safe, supportive environment for every patient.

Ilana Stride, BSN, RN

With experience in nursing since 2017, Ilana brings a strong clinical foundation and a compassionate approach to patient care. Currently practicing in the Intensive Care Unit, she is highly skilled in managing complex medical conditions and caring for patients during critical and post-operative phases of recovery.

Ilana has extensive experience supporting post-operative patients, providing close monitoring, pain management support, education, and reassurance during the crucial first hours and days following surgery. She is deeply committed to delivering individualized, patient-centered care, ensuring each patient feels safe, supported, and confident throughout their healing process. Known for her calm presence and genuine empathy, Ilana takes pride in building trusting relationships with patients and families while advocating for the highest level of care and comfort.

Allyson Williams, RN

With experience in medical-surgical nursing, the emergency department, and a year immersed in home infusion and private duty care, Allyson blends strong technical skill with genuine human connection. She believes the best outcomes come not only from caring for patients, but from partnering with them-offering warmth, clarity, and a gentle push when needed. Her approach reflects a commitment to professional care, personally delivered.

We're Hiring!

We’re looking for experienced registered nurses to join our team.

Ideal candidates will bring a strong clinical background- particularly those with experience in emergency departments, post-anesthesia care units, or critical care settings and a passion for providing high-quality, personalized postoperative care in the comfort of patients’ homes.