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Nancy Roque Diaz

Apopka,FL

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with diverse clinical and observation experience in rehabilitation, including work with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, pediatric physical therapy, and musculoskeletal outpatient rehabilitation. Seeking to pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) to provide patient-centered care and advocate for underserved communities.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

NeuLife Rehabilitation
09.2023 - Current
  • Worked in a specialized rehabilitation program for patients with catastrophic spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and therapy sessions, including patient transfers and mobility exercises using proper body mechanics.
  • Gained experience with Hoyer lifts, standing pivots, and assisting patients significantly larger than myself.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to follow care plans and promote recovery, focusing on improving quality of life.
  • Supported Spanish-speaking patients, providing communication assistance and ensuring their understanding of treatment plans.

Shadowing Student

PhysioMed Rehabilitation
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Shadowed physical therapists in an outpatient rehabilitation setting, focusing on patients with musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic pain management.
  • Learned treatment approaches for conditions such as ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and joint replacements.

Shadowing Student

Achieve Pediatrics
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Observed licensed physical therapist working with pediatric patients on motor skill development, balance, and coordination.
  • Gained exposure to the unique challenges of treating children with developmental delays and physical disabilities.

Shadowing Student

Neulife Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Observed therapy sessions focused on neuromuscular re-education, mobility training, and adaptive equipment use for patients with TBIs and SPIs.
  • Worked closely with the therapy team to learn strategies for managing patients with cognitive deficits, motor impairments, and behavioral challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2019

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Compassionate
  • Bilingual
  • Team Collaboration
  • Electronic Charting
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Behavior redirection
  • Continuing education
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Medical Interpreting

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant - Florida Department of Health
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Timeline

Shadowing Student

PhysioMed Rehabilitation
07.2024 - 08.2024

Shadowing Student

Achieve Pediatrics
03.2024 - 03.2024

Shadowing Student

Neulife Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 12.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

NeuLife Rehabilitation
09.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Florida State University

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