Staff Members
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Phyllis Ajibta
Nurse Educator - 109 -
Jessica Edwards, Administrator
Administrator - 102 -
Candice Hayes, DON
Director of Nursing - 121 -
Zoe Rhinehardt, RN, ADON
Assistant Director of Nursing - 106 -
Rickell Schoenknecht, Nurse Manager
2nd Floor Nurse Manager - 128 -
Rebecca Ladlee, Nurse Manager
4th Floor Nurse Manager - 143 -
Meagan Trumbull, RN Wound Care Nurse
Wound Care Nurse - 128 -
Jennifer Miller, RN Nurse Manager
3rd Floor Nurse Manager - 133 -
Amy Courtoies, ACSW, APHSW-C
Director of Social Work - 110 -
Penny Brooks
Social Worker, LMSW - 110 -
Patricia Ingersoll
Business Office Manager - 107 -
Heather Becker, Receptionist/Business Office Assistant
Receptionist/Business Office Assistant - 101 -
Sean McDonald, Director of Rehabilitation
Director of Rehabilitation - 159 -
Sara Bieniek, Director of Activities
Director of Activities - 119 -
Rashad Smith, Director of Food Services
Director of Food Services - 125 -
Christopher Miller, Director of Housekeeping
Director of Housekeeping -
Guy Calleri, Human Resources
Director of Human Resources - 115 -
Carla Cable, Nursing Scheduler
Nursing Scheduler - 147 -
Pamela Vedder, MDS Coordinator
MDS Coordinator - 103 -
Gregory Crouse, Director of Plant Operations
Director of Plant Operations - 112 -
Tracy Notar, Corporate Admission Director
Corporate Admissions Director

Jessica Edwards, Administrator
Administrator - 102 Email: jedwards@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Jessica Edwards; I started out at Capstone in October of 2018 as assistant administrator and then transitioned to Administrator in December of 2018. I attended SUNY Empire State College online where I graduated with my Bachelor’s degree in Community and Health Services with a concentration in Health Administration and Aging. I have been working in skilled nursing facilities for the past 10 years in various departments along with spending a few years in the home care atmosphere. From a young age my goal was always to become a nursing home administrator. I enjoy spending time with my family, fishing, camping and golfing.

Candice Hayes, DON
Director of Nursing - 121 Email: chayes@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Candice. I just recently started working at Capstone. I received my associates’ degree from FMCC and then went on to complete my bachelor’s degree at Utica College. Prior to Capstone, I worked as an RN at St. Mary’s Healthcare for ten years, most recently in the ICU, and I worked as a CNA for five years before that. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our children, photography and spending time outdoors.

Zoe Rhinehardt, RN, ADON
Assistant Director of Nursing - 106 Email: zrhinehardt@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790
Rickell Schoenknecht, Nurse Manager
2nd Floor Nurse Manager - 128 Email: rschoenknecht@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790
Rebecca Ladlee, Nurse Manager
4th Floor Nurse Manager - 143 Email: rladlee@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790I’ve been at Capstone for about a month. I studied Early Childhood Elementary at SUNY Plattsburgh and graduated in 2007. I worked in that field for a few years and then decided I wanted to take my career to the next level and continue to help in the community by becoming a nurse! I have a passion for helping those with dementia and their families, as it has personally impacted my life in so many ways. In my spare time, I love spending time with my husband, son and golden retriever. I love being on the lake or ocean, fall is my favorite season while I watch Notre Dame Football games with my family and friends.

Meagan Trumbull, RN Wound Care Nurse
Wound Care Nurse - 128 Email: mtrumbull@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790I have been at capstone for about a month now and I just graduated from FMCC with my RN! I love spending time with my family on my off days and continue to keep moving forward and living by the quote “She believed she could so she did.”

Jennifer Miller, RN Nurse Manager
3rd Floor Nurse Manager - 133 Email: jmiller@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790I have been an RN almost 20 years specializing in Neonatal thru Adult ICU but now a convert to the LTC world. I came to Capstone a couple of years ago and found my family in TEAM CAPSTONE. I am a retired volunteer Paramedic and currently a volunteer Fire Fighter. I am married to my best friend and will be celebrating our 26th wedding anniversary. We have five children and ten grandchildren. Three ginger kitties rule our roost. In our free time we enjoy traveling, camping, fishing, hiking, and photography.

Amy Courtoies, ACSW, APHSW-C
Director of Social Work - 110 Email: acourtoies@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 5188426790
Patricia Ingersoll
Business Office Manager - 107 Email: pingersoll@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Trish, I started here at Capstone January 2021. I bring with me over 17 years of experience working in a Business Office. I’m very excited to be joined with this Team of Professionals as we all have one common goal-Providing our Residents with The Best Care Possible.
I am your point of contact for all Business needs, Insurance questions, and anything Finance related at Capstone. In my Spare time I enjoy Spending time with Family, Dirt Track Racing and Watching The Dallas Cowboys.

Heather Becker, Receptionist/Business Office Assistant
Receptionist/Business Office Assistant - 101 Email: hbecker@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Heather, I started out at Capstone in 2002 as a CNA, I then transitioned to Nursing Scheduler and in 2018 I became the full time Receptionist/Business Office Assistant. My hobbies include camping, attending car shows, riding motorcycles and snowmobiling.

Sean McDonald, Director of Rehabilitation
Director of Rehabilitation - 159 Email: capstone@gemrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790
Sara Bieniek, Director of Activities
Director of Activities - 119 Email: sbieniek@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Sara. I have been at Capstone just under two years but have worked in a nursing home setting for many years in various departments. I started at Capstone as an activity aide and was promoted to the roll of Director. I enjoy all arts and crafts, hiking, reading and spending time with loved ones.

Rashad Smith, Director of Food Services
Director of Food Services - 125 Email: rsmith@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Nancy; I have been at Capstone for 8 years now. I currently have over 30 years of experience in Clinical Nutrition. I attended Syracuse University with majors in Dietetics and Dietetics Managers, specializing in Geriatrics. I have produced and printed brochures, pamphlets and posters to advocate nutrition in various topics for educational purposes. Recent Community Connections include BSHSPTA president; Milton Eagles Firehouse Auxiliary; Adirondack Bluegrass League; Odyssey of the Mind as Coach- bringing teams to World Finals 5 times, and later both Regional and NYS Judge; and St.Pauls Catholic Church.

Christopher Miller, Director of Housekeeping
Director of Housekeeping Email: cmiller@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790I found a new home at Capstone. I had been a welder and needed more took a huge leap leaving my job of 25 years to become part of the family that cares for and supports the Residents at Capstone. I have been married for almost 26 years, I am a father to five and a grandfather to ten. I enjoy volunteer work and rode as a volunteer Paramedic for 16 years and now a volunteer firefighter of 14 years. I have 3 ginger kitties that rule my roost, I work to give them a better life. I enjoy traveling, snorkeling, hunting, camping, fishing, and the dirt track.

Guy Calleri, Human Resources
Director of Human Resources - 115 Email: gcalleri@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Guy Calleri; I started out at Capstone in September of 2019. I attended Nathaniel Hawthorne College located in Antrim, NH where I graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. I came to Capstone with over 20 years’ experience in Human Resources. I specialize in employee benefits, labor practices, and developing strong employee relations. At the age of 21 I was teaching college as a Flight Instructor and Ground Instructor. I am currently part of the Civil Air Patrol- USAF Auxiliary, Capital Region Human Resource Association, and Society for Human Resource Management. I enjoy camping, woodworking, hiking, boating, and riding my motorcycle.

Carla Cable, Nursing Scheduler
Nursing Scheduler - 147 Email: ccable@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790I previously worked at Capstone years ago as a CNA and the Nursing Scheduler; I have just recently come back to Capstone and am happy to be the Nursing Scheduler again. If you are looking for an opportunity in the nursing field please give me a call or send me an e-mail!

Pamela Vedder, MDS Coordinator
MDS Coordinator - 103 Email: pvedder@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790My name is Pam, I started out at Capstone in November of 2012. I have been a Nursing Supervisor and Nurse Manager here at the facility. In 2015 I took the position as MDS coordinator. I attended Siena College for 3 years initially for Sociology and then decided to switch over to the nursing program. I started out my career in hospitals in 1992 and then decided to try long-term care and I fell in love with it. I am a Certified Resident Assessment Coordinator- RAC-CT and I belong to AANAC. My hobbies include gardening and fishing.

Gregory Crouse, Director of Plant Operations
Director of Plant Operations - 112 Email: gcrouse@capstonecenterrehab.com Phone: 518-842-6790