Manon Diaz
Portland,OR
Summary
Growing from Caregiver’s apprentice to CNA, to now Registered Nurse, I have developed my clinical competence and a deep commitment to balancing patient safety with compassionate care. Experienced in empathy and effective communication, my values are reflected through my commitment to kindness and inclusivity, comforting and healing through thoughtful care. I am eager to continue learning and growing as a new graduate nurse and am confident that Legacy Health’s commitment to equitable and compassionate care will support growth into the nurse I want to be.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Unity Center for Behavioral Health
Portland, OR
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Anticipate 120 clinical hours monitoring up to 2 patients of varying psychological severities and implementing protocols with high emphasis on patient safety.
- Anticipate utilizing therapeutic communication to maintain personable connections and safe space for patients and staff alike.
Student Nurse
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
Sunnyside, OR
01.2026 - 03.2026
- 60 clinical hours. Monitor up to 2 patients on stroke/neuro unit and assess every 30 minutes for consistent cardiac, neurological, and physiological care in collaboration with care team.
- Documented patient findings such as vital signs, stroke scale severity, and other mental and/or physical ailments to accurately reflect comprehensive progress.
- Explained medications to patients on administration and assessed understanding of care plan.
Student Nurse
Kaiser Vaccine Clinic
Hillsboro and Tualatin, OR
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered 60 clinical hours, collecting consent forms and administering flu and COVID vaccinations to diverse adult and geriatric populations, prioritizing patient education and aftercare to enhance safety and community immunity.
Student Nurse
Gresham Senior Day Center
Gresham, OR
07.2025 - 08.2025
- 30 clinical hours. Took manual blood pressure readings of adult and geriatric populations, emphasizing patient education relating to current medications, diet, activity, and other environmental impacts. Directed them to speak to their provider for questions outside of student nurse scope.
- Interacted and observed community to recognize safety precautions and medications common within geriatric age populations.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Grant Cuesta Sub-Acute Rehabilitation
Mountain View, CA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided care in collaboration with team, including cohesive admissions/discharge, answered other call lights when appropriate, and gave report with concision and detail.
- Tended to patient hygiene and mobility with therapeutic methods, promoting independence.
- Recorded vital signs, intake/output, and psycho/physiological changes with point-click charting.
Barista
Starbucks
San Jose, CA
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Achieved high customer satisfaction by preparing personalized orders based on seasonal and original menu of 50+ beverage memorized recipes and procedures in made to order for efficiency and providing exceptional service in a team-oriented setting. Contributed to a welcoming environment that enhanced customer experiences.
Head Hostess
Sushi Garden
Capitola, CA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Delegated the restaurant floor staff based on open tables, collecting payments in timely manner, inputting telephone orders, filling in for servers as needed. Restocked front store inventory and provided welcoming environment for customers.
Receptionist
Seymour Marine Discovery Center
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Curated a welcoming and educational first impression for visitors, ensured patrons received accommodations for any special needs and consistently noted importance of ocean conservation research.
- Maintained shop inventory and conducted opening/closing tasks.
Caregiver (Apprenticeship)
Independent Contractor in Home Health
San Dimas, CA
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Administered insulin injections, created personalized meal plans to her dietary restrictions, and cooked healthy options for senior client.
- Coordinated with OT and PT and implemented ROM exercises with her favorite music.
- Practiced social cognition through mentally interactive and prescribed exercises to maintain high quality of life with gentle motivation.
- Volunteered caregiving after apprenticeship every other weekend.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Linfield University School of Nursing
Portland, OR06-2026
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Biology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06-2024
Certification
- AHA BLS Provider, April 2025
- California CNA license, February 2025
Timeline
Student Nurse
Unity Center for Behavioral Health
04.2026 - 05.2026
Student Nurse
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
01.2026 - 03.2026
Student Nurse
Kaiser Vaccine Clinic
11.2025 - 12.2025
Student Nurse
Gresham Senior Day Center
07.2025 - 08.2025
Certified Nurse Assistant
Grant Cuesta Sub-Acute Rehabilitation
03.2025 - 05.2025
Barista
Starbucks
08.2024 - 01.2025
Head Hostess
Sushi Garden
08.2023 - 08.2024
Receptionist
Seymour Marine Discovery Center
06.2022 - 02.2023
Caregiver (Apprenticeship)
Independent Contractor in Home Health
07.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Biology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Linfield University School of Nursing