Akiko Nakayama
Seattle,WA
Summary
Experienced with patient care and clinical procedures. Utilizes critical thinking to support medical teams and ensure patient well-being. Track record of effective communication and compassionate care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Admission and Floor Nurse
Keiro Northwest
03.2020 - Current
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and development.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
- Increased efficiency in documentation by utilizing electronic health record systems effectively and accurately.
Agency Registered Nurse
Kevala Healthcare
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Mainly worked as post-acute care setting nursing facilities.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the physician promptly, contributing to timely interventions.
- Managed time efficiently to prioritize patient needs while maintaining a high level of organization within a fast-paced environment.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive nursing assessments and developing individualized care plans.
RN Staff Nurse
Harborview Medical Center
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
RN Floor Nurse
Rocky Mountain Care
01.2010 - 07.2023
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in post-acute environment.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
Interim Health Service Manager
Keiro Northwest
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Improved resident satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Conduct pre-move in assessments for prospective residents.
RN Floor Nurse
Kindred Hospital
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
RN Floor Nurse
Las Vegas Post Acute Care & Rehabilitation
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
RN Floor Nurse
Kindred Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Interpretation of critical lab results, x -rays, and procedure.
- EKG interpretation monitoring.
- Administer blood transfusions.
RN Floor Nurse
Keiro Northwest
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT12-2009
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
Utah State University
Logan, UT05-2004
Skills
- Central Line Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Urinary Catheterization
- IV Therapy Administration
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Blood transfusion
- Compassion and Empathy
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Harborview Medical Center
07.2023 - 08.2024
Agency Registered Nurse
Kevala Healthcare
02.2023 - 05.2025
Admission and Floor Nurse
Keiro Northwest
03.2020 - Current
Interim Health Service Manager
Keiro Northwest
03.2020 - 08.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Kindred Hospital
12.2019 - 03.2020
RN Floor Nurse
Las Vegas Post Acute Care & Rehabilitation
01.2019 - 03.2020
RN Floor Nurse
Kindred Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2019
RN Floor Nurse
Keiro Northwest
01.2014 - 12.2018
RN Floor Nurse
Rocky Mountain Care
01.2010 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
Utah State University
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