Gerlyneda Telcy
White Plains,NY
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and hands-on healthcare experience as both a Patient Care Assistant and Endoscopy Technician. Skilled in direct patient care, sterile technique, and supporting multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to combine clinical knowledge with real-world healthcare experience to deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care. Eager to join a healthcare team where I can continue learning and make a meaningful impact.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Med/Surg Orthopedic
New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Hudson Valley
09.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to orthopedic and medical-surgical patients.
- Administer medications, manage post-operative care, and conduct ongoing assessments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and uphold all safety and infection control standards.
Endoscopy Technician
Northern Westchester Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2025
- Prepared and set up procedure rooms for endoscopic procedures (e.g., colonoscopy, EGD) in accordance with hospital protocols
- Assisted gastroenterologists and nursing staff during procedures by managing instruments, suction, and patient monitoring
- Operated, maintained, and sterilized endoscopy equipment and scopes following strict infection control and Joint Commission standards
- Ensured proper handling and labeling of biopsy specimens
- Provided pre-procedure patient preparation and post-procedure assistance, ensuring comfort and safety
- Maintained accurate documentation and assisted with equipment inventory and restocking
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure workflow efficiency and high-quality patient care
Patient Care Associate (Med/Surg Tele)
Northern Westchester Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Provided direct patient care under RN supervision, assisting with ADLs including bathing, grooming, feeding, and toileting
- Measured and recorded vital signs, oxygen saturation, blood glucose, and telemetry readings; reported abnormalities to nursing staff promptly
- Monitored cardiac telemetry and communicated changes in rhythm or patient condition to the nurse
- Assisted with patient mobility, including safe transfers, ambulation, and use of gait belts or lifts
- Supported post-op and medical patients with hygiene, repositioning, and comfort measures to prevent pressure injuries
- Collected specimens (urine, stool) and assisted with basic wound care and catheter care as directed
- Maintained patient safety by following fall precautions, infection control protocols, and hourly rounding
- Documented all care activities accurately in the electronic medical record (Epic/Cerner)
- Collaborated with RNs and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, compassionate, and efficient patient care
Caregiver and Med-Tech
Atria on the Hudson, Senior Living
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Provided direct patient care including ADLs, mobility assistance, and positioning
- Obtained, monitored, and documented vital signs, height, and weight
- Assisted with medication administration support and specimen collection
- Reported changes in patient condition to healthcare team members
- Scheduled physician appointments and maintained medical records
- Managed multi-line phone systems and administrative communication
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick, NJ12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Monroe College
Bronx, NY04.2018
Skills
- Patient Care
- ADL Assistance
- Dietary Support
- Electronic Record Keeping
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Caregiver Support
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
- Endoscopy support
- EMR Charting
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
Accomplishments
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Intensive Care - Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
Affiliations
Alpha ETA Honor Society
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) | New York Board of Nursing | Licensure Number upon request | July 2025
- Basic Life Support | American Heart Association
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Collaborative/Capstone
- Community
- Complex Adult Health
- Adult Health I & II
- Delivered safe, patient-centered care under RN supervision in diverse acute and outpatient settings
- Performed comprehensive assessments, monitored vital signs, and administered medications
Languages
French
Limited Working
Creole
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Med/Surg Orthopedic
New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Hudson Valley
09.2025 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
Northern Westchester Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2025
Patient Care Associate (Med/Surg Tele)
Northern Westchester Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2022
Caregiver and Med-Tech
Atria on the Hudson, Senior Living
08.2014 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Monroe College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University