Cardiac Care
Alyssa Salfelder RN, BSN
Pleasant Valley,NY
Summary
Dedicated BSN-prepared Registered Nurse, licensed in New York State (N23611), with BLS certification and hands-on clinical experience in PCU/ICU and cardiac step-down units through rotations at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Strong foundation in med-surgical nursing, including proficiency in medication administration under preceptor supervision, IV infusion pump management, telemetry monitoring, and expertise as a NextGen EHR superuser. Seeking a full-time to leverage strong assessment, triage, and care coordination skills in delivering safe, patient-centered care. Committed to fostering positive patient outcomes through effective collaboration and evidence-based practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Receptionist / Medical Assistant
TLC Pediatrics, a Division of BCHP (Premier Pediatrics)
Poughkeepsie, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Provide direct clinical support to clinicians including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and collecting detailed medical histories to ensure consistent, high-quality care and efficient clinic flow.
- Serve as NextGen EHR superuser and Patient Portal Administrator to streamline documentation, expedite provider communication, and reduce record errors.
- Coordinate vaccine inventory and reporting via NYSIIS and acted as backup vaccine coordinator to maintain compliance with state immunization requirements.
- Triage patient calls, messages, and faxes; prioritize urgent issues and coordinate timely clinician follow-up to support continuity of care.
- Manage referrals, prior authorizations, and specialist follow-up with insurers to facilitate timely access to care.
- Train and mentor front-desk and support staff on EHR workflows, documentation standards, and HIPAA compliance; served as on-site supervisor during busy clinic sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Mount Saint Mary College
Newburgh, NY08.2025
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- IV infusion pumps
- Telemetry monitoring
- NextGen EHR
- Vaccine coordination & NYSIIS
- Triage & care coordination
- HIPAA compliance & staff training
- Sterile technique and PPE
- Office administration
Certification
- Registered Nurse (NYS RN) - NYS Education Department - Jan 2026 - Dec 2028
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Mar 2026 - Mar 2028
Interests
Timeline
Medical Receptionist / Medical Assistant
TLC Pediatrics, a Division of BCHP (Premier Pediatrics)
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Mount Saint Mary College
Awards
- Perseverance Award - May 2025 - Recognized for dedication, resilience, and commitment to nursing studies and patient care.
- Dean's List - Mount Saint Mary College - May 2023