YVONNE MCLENDON
Far Rockaway NY, United States 11691 718-***-**** *************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing
patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety
and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
SKILLS
Activities of Daily Living ADL Support Universal Precautions
Observation Documentation Emergency Response
Electronic Recordkeeping HIPAA Compliance
Vital Signs Collection CPR Certification
CNA Certification Patient Safety Management
Blood Sugar Monitoring First Aid Certification
Phlebotomy Training Time Management
EMR Updating Infection Prevention and Control
Basic Life Support Medical Terminology
Laboratory Testing Verbal and Written Communication
WORK HISTORY
Patient Care Associate, 05/2020 to Current
Northwell Health System/Flexstaff – Lake Success, NY
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Provided adjunct care by administering enemas, douches, nonsterile dressings and heat treatments.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Performed patient mobility services by turning, lifting, moving and repositioning patients.
Medical Assistant, 11/2020 to 02/2022
The New Jewish Home, Manhattan Campus – New York, New York
Covid testing of Patients and staff
Nursing Assistant, 12/2020 to 02/2021
Noor Staffing – Ny, NY
Working in Covid hotel, for Heath and Hospitals. Checking vital signs
Patient Care Associate, 03/2020 to 09/2020
Atlas Search – Ny, NY
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Temperature Screener, 01/2020 to 07/2020
Winston Health Care Staffing – Ny, NY
Temperature screening MTA workers before, they go out on their shift
Patientcare Associate/Psych, 09/2017 to 07/2020
Bells Nursing Registry – Queens, NY
HHA/Escort, 01/2013 to 02/2016
Heart To Heart Home Care Agency – Bklyn, NY
Provided transportation and appointments management.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall
wellness.
Psychiatric Technician, 08/2014 to 01/2015
Horizon Health Care/ Bellevue Hospital – Huntington, NY
Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
Charted on each patient daily.
Nursing Assistant/ Psych, 12/2009 to 05/2012
United Staffing – NY, NY
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
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Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Nursing Assistant/Mental Health Aide, 06/2008 to 12/2011
ACCESS NURSING SERVICES, INC – NY, NY
Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Performed intake triage, vitals and assisted patients with mental health screenings.
Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients
and keeping detailed records.
EDUCATION
06/1976
James Madison High School - Brooklyn, NY
Liberal Arts And Sciences
New York City Technical College - Brooklyn, NY
Medical Assisting, 05/1991
The New York School For Medical And Dental Assistants - Long Island City, NY
CASAC-T, 08/2014
Outreach Training Institute - Queens, NY
Nursing Technician, 06/2007
New York Medical Career Training Center - Flushing, NY
CERTIFICATIONS
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Area of certification Training - Timeframe
NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
Area of certification, Company Name - Timeframe
CSAC - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor