Darlene Diaz
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Compassionate new graduate RN with LVN experience in Pediatrics and OB/GYN, skilled in direct patient care and teamwork. Dedicated to delivering patient-centered care and collaborating with healthcare teams. Seeking to contribute to UC Davis Nurse Residency Program to enhance clinical judgment and further develop nursing skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2021 - Current
- Conducted assessments, administered medications and injections, and coordinated care to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Delivered direct patient care in pediatric and women's health settings, promoting patient comfort and recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation and upheld HIPAA compliance to protect patient confidentiality and ensure regulatory adherence.
Back Office Medical Assistant, Women's Health
Kaiser Permanente
12.2017 - 12.2021
- Administered injections and documented patient information to maintain accurate medical records.
- Obtained vital signs and prepared patients for exams, ensuring readiness for procedures.
- Displayed strong communication and teamwork skills while utilizing medical terminology in patient interactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Unitek College
Sacramento, CA07-2026
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Sacramento, CA01-2024
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Sacramento, CA11-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
- Electronic Health Records
- Team collaboration
- Patient communication and Autonomy
- Compassionate care
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Patient education
Clinical Rotations
- Senior Preceptorship: awaiting placement
- Sutter Roseville: Critical Care Rotation (84 hours) January 2026-March 2026: Hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation.
- Mercy General Medical Group: Critical Care Rotation (84 hours) October 2025-December 2025: Conducted focused neuro assessments in the neuro/stroke critical care setting, recognizing changes in neurologic status and communicating findings to the healthcare team. Assisted in providing compassionate end-of-life care, prioritizing comfort, dignity, and support for patients and their families.
- Tots of Love: Pediatric Rotation (32 hours) August 2025-September 2025: Developmental assessment, family-centered care
- Sutter Health Roseville: Maternal Newborn Rotation (32 hours) June 2025-August 2025: Postpartum care, Newborn assessment
- Heritage Oaks Hospital: Mental Health (32 hours) April 2025-May 2025: Therapeutic communication, psychosocial assessment
- Capital Post Acute: Med Surg II Rotation (42 hours) March 2025-April 2025: Wound care, medication administration
- Kaiser South Sacramento- Med Surg I Rotation (48hrs) January 2025-February 2025: Medication administration, chest tube care, patient assessments
Certification
• BLS/CPR Certified
• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified
• Understanding Cardiac, Electrophysiology, Dysrhythmias, and Pharmacology (ECG) Course
• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified
• Understanding Cardiac, Electrophysiology, Dysrhythmias, and Pharmacology (ECG) Course
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2021 - Current
Back Office Medical Assistant, Women's Health
Kaiser Permanente
12.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Unitek College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College