Laisha Hernandez
Lynwood,CA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Cerritos Surgery Center
Cerritos, California
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted nurses in post-anesthesia care unit with patient intake and vital signs.
- Transported and ambulated patients to enhance recovery experience.
- Prepared patients for discharge, ensuring proper dressing and clear post-care instructions.
- Collaborated on recovery processes for knee and hip replacement surgeries, enhancing patient recovery experience.
- Restocked supplies to ensure readiness of the care unit.
- Managed administrative tasks including patient check-in, check-out, and calendar coordination.
- Conducted monthly medical audits to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Reviewed patient surveys and followed up via calls to gather feedback on experiences.
Patient Coordinator
Center For Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lakewood, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted with intra-articular injections to enhance patient care.
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and stocking necessary supplies.
- Acted as Spanish interpreter to improve communication and understanding between patients and healthcare providers.
- Aided in stitch and bandage removal to support patient recovery.
- Supported casting and casting removal procedures for injury management.
- Coordinated scheduling for new patient appointments, follow-ups, and results reviews to enhance patient access to care.
- Performed check-in and check-out processes to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Led coordination of internship program with UCI School of Public Health, overseeing interviews and onboarding to ensure smooth integration of new interns.
Sports Medicine Aide
UCI Campus Recreation
Irvine
09.2022 - 06.2026
- Supported athletic trainers in patient care, injury assessment, and rehabilitation to enhance recovery outcomes
- Provided first aid and supported emergency medical care during club sports events
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, injury reporting, and clinic operations to ensure efficient patient flow
- Monitored athlete safety and relayed injury information to healthcare staff to facilitate timely medical responses
- Maintained professional, organized, and compliant clinical environments
Physical Therapy Aide Intern
Cuirim Sports Recovery
Costa Mesa, California
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted physical therapists with patient treatments by setting up equipment, preparing patients for treatment and providing support throughout the session.
- Supported therapists in administering therapeutic exercises and treatments to facilitate patient recovery.
- Guided patients on exercise techniques during sessions to improve rehabilitation outcomes.
- Supported patient mobility by providing assistance during rehabilitation sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- BLS/CPR Certified
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Multitasker
- Work under pressure
- Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Cerritos Surgery Center
06.2025 - Current
Patient Coordinator
Center For Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
06.2025 - Current
Physical Therapy Aide Intern
Cuirim Sports Recovery
01.2025 - 08.2025
Sports Medicine Aide
UCI Campus Recreation
09.2022 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of California, Irvine