Yvette Salazar
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in outpatient clinic settings. Skilled in patient intake, assessments, medication administration, and care coordination, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the healthcare journey. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining efficient clinic operations while delivering compassionate care. Passionate about enhancing patient experiences and fostering a positive healthcare environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Crestwood Behavioral Health
06.2025 - Current
- Provide direct nursing care, including assessments, treatment planning, and medication administration in accordance with physicians’ orders and scope of practice.
- Conduct patient assessments, gather medical history, and document findings to support treatment planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to support clients in their recovery journey and overall treatment goals.
- Ensured client care aligned with established standards and best practices, fostering a safe and therapeutic environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adventist Health Hospital
01.2020 - 11.2025
- Assist patients with ADLs, including bathing, feeding, and mobility.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, intake/output, and patient behavior.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment and supported nursing staff with routine care tasks.
Medical Assistant
Calvin Schuster, MD., General Surgery and Endoscopy
06.2017 - 10.2020
- Collected patient histories, vital signs, and intake information to prepare for surgical consultations.
- Assisted with pre-operative intake by reviewing medical records, obtaining consents, and educating patients on procedures.
- Coordinated prior authorizations with insurance companies for surgical procedures.
Education
Vocational Nursing Program -
Visalia Adult School
12.2024
Clinical Medical Assistant Program - undefined
Sanger Adult School
01.2021
Associate's Degree - Biological Sciences
Reedley College
07-2023
Skills
- Care plan development
- Patient education & follow up
- Workflow coordination
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Reporting and documentation
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse | License #750578
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified
- BLS Certified, American Heart Association | October 2026
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Crestwood Behavioral Health
06.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adventist Health Hospital
01.2020 - 11.2025
Medical Assistant
Calvin Schuster, MD., General Surgery and Endoscopy
06.2017 - 10.2020
Clinical Medical Assistant Program - undefined
Sanger Adult School
Vocational Nursing Program -
Visalia Adult School
Associate's Degree - Biological Sciences
Reedley College