Carla Diaz
Paramount
Summary
Dynamic Rehabilitation Assistant and former Manager at Mc.Donalds, skilled in patient care and employee training. Excelled in healthcare teamwork and leadership, significantly enhancing patient mobility and team efficiency. Proficient in medical documentation and communication, adept at fostering positive outcomes in high-stress environments. Achieved notable patient progress and operational excellence, demonstrating strong problem-solving and customer service abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehabilitation Assistant
Kindred Hospital Los Angeles
Paramount
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Performed range of motion exercises with patients to increase their flexibility and strength.
- Documented patient progress, treatments, and data in charts.
- Supported ADLs and room transfers for in-patient procedures.
- Provided head physical therapist with initial thoughts and potential diagnoses for new patients.
- Communicated regularly with other members of the healthcare team regarding patient care needs.
- Provided physical support to individuals with limited mobility during transfers and ambulation.
Manager
Mc.donalds
Paramount
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
Education
Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA03-2025
Kinesiology
California State University Domingues Hills
Carson, CA05-2021
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA06-2019
Skills
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Healthcare teamwork
- Patient assessment
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Employee training
- Shift scheduling
- Complex Problem-solving
- Strong customer service
- Basic life support
- Computer skills
Accomplishments
- Cum Laude at CSUDH
- Honors LBCC
Certification
- BLS certified
- PALS certified
- ACLS certified
- ECG Dysrhythmia Interpretation
- NIHSS Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Volunteered as a student aide at Long Beach CIty College in a kindergarten classroom setting.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Rehabilitation Assistant
Kindred Hospital Los Angeles
08.2021 - 10.2023
Manager
Mc.donalds
06.2015 - 10.2018
Nursing
West Coast University
Kinesiology
California State University Domingues Hills
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Long Beach City College
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