SYLVESTER CARTAGENAS YGAY V
Salinas,California
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with 28 years of experience, offering strong critical thinking skills and a track record of performing tasks safely and efficiently. Prioritizes quality patient care, advocates for safety and well-being, and demonstrates exceptional organizational skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Nurse
Monterey County Jail
1410 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Conducted comprehensive intake health evaluations of newly incarcerated individuals, including medical and psychological history assessments.
- Determined priority needs and coordinated timely provider appointments.
- Provided direct patient care including wound management and medication administration per nursing protocol.
- Served as first responder to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Collaborated with providers to escalate care for critically ill patients requiring higher-level intervention.
Outpatient Surgery/PACU Nurse
Natividad Medical Center
1441 Constitution Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed admissions and discharges for ambulatory surgery patients.
- Assisted physicians during EGD and colonoscopy procedures.
- Conducted pre-procedure interviews to ensure patient safety and surgical readiness.
- Provided post-anesthesia recovery care, monitoring airway, hemodynamic stability, and pain management.
- Delivered post-operative wound care and coordinated follow-up with surgeons.
Staff Nurse II
Natividad Medical Center
1441 Constitution Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Directed unit operations by assigning patient loads based on acuity and staff competency.
- Facilitated admissions, discharges, and transfers using clinical triage and patient capacity assessments.
- Collaborated with physicians, PT, OT, speech therapists, social workers, and case managers to ensure coordinated, evidence-based care.
- Mentored and supported nursing staff, promoting professional development and clinical excellence.
- Ensured appropriate discharge planning and durable medical equipment (DME) coordination.
- Cover nursing staff on designated shifts and staff breaks, ensuring continuity of care, appropriate patient assignments, and safe unit operations.
Correctional Nurse
Salinas Valley State Prison
31625 US-101, Soledad, CA 93960
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Managed clinic operations within a correctional facility, ensuring safe and effective healthcare delivery.
- Collaborated with correctional officers, LVNs, and physicians to maintain security while providing comprehensive patient care.
- Triaged sick calls and scheduled patients based on acuity and clinical priority.
- Delivered treatments, wound care, and medication administration in accordance with nursing protocols.
Staff Nurse II
Natividad Medical Center
1441 Constitution Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
12.2003 - 01.2007
- Provided direct care to orthopedic, neurological, and cardiac patients in a high-acuity rehabilitation setting.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and IM routes while monitoring therapeutic responses.
- Performed comprehensive wound assessments, including staging of pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, ostomies and surgical wounds.
- Implemented evidence-based wound care interventions to promote tissue healing.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and monitored recovery progression.
- Educated patients and families regarding rehabilitation goals, home care preparation, and DME usage.
Operating Room Nurse
Saint James Hospital
Philippines
01.1998 - 05.1998
- Started as a nurse volunteer in Saint James Hospital in the Philippines after graduating in 1998.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Perpetual Help System Laguna
Philippines03-1998
Skills
- Critical & Acute Care Nursing
- Advanced Wound Assessment & Management
- Emergency Response & Triage
- Charge Nurse & Team Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Perioperative & PACU Nursing
- Correctional Health Nursing
- Medication Administration (PO, IV, IM)
- Patient & Family Education
- Evidence-Based Clinical Practice
- Strategic Workflow & Delegation
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
License
California BRN 620769
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Monterey County Jail
01.2022 - 12.2025
Outpatient Surgery/PACU Nurse
Natividad Medical Center
01.2019 - 09.2021
Staff Nurse II
Natividad Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2019
Correctional Nurse
Salinas Valley State Prison
01.2007 - 01.2011
Staff Nurse II
Natividad Medical Center
12.2003 - 01.2007
Operating Room Nurse
Saint James Hospital
01.1998 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Perpetual Help System Laguna