Leandra Varela
Salinas
Summary
Dynamic Rehabilitation Aide, team player with proven expertise at Salinas Valley Memorial Health System, excelling in patient care and equipment maintenance. Recognized for enhancing therapeutic support and fostering a collaborative environment. Skilled in providing accuracy and inventory management, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes while assisting patients with mobility and daily activities. Always makes everyone feel welcome.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehabilitation Aide
Salinas Valley Memorial Health System
Salinas
01.1996 - Current
- Processed orders daily for both therapy disciplines.
- Communicated regularly with other members of the rehab team in order to perform our work efficiently.
- Answer the phone, and take messages when necessary.
- Maintained equipment in top condition by cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting for damages.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing encouragement and emotional support to patients.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Supported ADLs and room transfers for in-patient procedures.
- Provided physical support to individuals with limited mobility during transfers and ambulation.
- Guided patients in passive ROM exercises and instructed movements to assist therapist.
- Assisted with gait training and supported patient safety in cases of total loss of balance.
- Assisted the therapist with therapy sessions, and recorded progress, measurements, and notes for future reference.
- Applied cold packs according to the therapist's directions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Utilized various software and streamlined reports in order to optimize performance.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Helped transport frail or disabled patients to different treatment areas.
- Removed and replaced treatment room linens to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Verified documentation compliance in accordance with established best practices.
- Assisted patients with prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Helped patients prepare for treatment sessions with guidance to changing rooms and rehabilitation spaces.
- Instructed patients on proper use of medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and canes.
- Performed range of motion exercises with patients to increase their flexibility and strength.
- Assisted patients in completing daily activities, such as dressing and bathing, alongside the occupational therapist.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Salinas High School
Salinas06-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Hartnell College
Salinas, CASkills
- Patient care
- Equipment maintenance
- Therapeutic support
- Mobility assistance
- Documentation accuracy
- Inventory management
- Process orders
- Answer phones
- Assist the charge therapist with end-of-day duties
- Check for discharges
- Assist with new rehab aide training and orientation
- Provide step-by-step guidelines for rehab aides, with new reports, steps to print orders, and steps to assign patients on Meditech
Certification
- Certified nurses aide
Accomplishments
- Charge therapy aide
Affiliations
- event coordinator
- department holiday decorator
- Bingo caller
Timeline
Rehabilitation Aide
Salinas Valley Memorial Health System
01.1996 - Current
High School Diploma -
North Salinas High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Hartnell College
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