Chiyoko Yamasaki
Astoria,OR
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a patient-focused and compassionate approach. Solid knowledge and expertise in providing first-rate patient and nursing care, family and patient education/advocacy, and therapeutic sessions. Exceptional ability to establish proactive communication with patients to effectively anticipate and meet their needs. Skilled at motivating and assisting patients towards smooth recovery and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Thrives in critical work settings and dealing with various health conditions. Collaborates effectively with professionals at all levels to ensure top-quality provision of care, assistance, and services. Utilizes solid interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and stakeholders, leveraging bilingual fluency in English and Japanese.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Wound and Ostomy Nurse
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
12.2019 - Current
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and ensure comprehensive care.
- Lead patient assessments and establish personalized care plans to enhance recovery and comfort.
- Establish ostomy education and resources for nursing staff and patients, in addition to completing pre- and post-operative education with ostomates.
- Provide complex wound, ostomy, fistula assessment and management.
- Implement care plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provide bedside and group education sessions for skin care, pressure injury prevention, and ostomy management with nurses and nursing assistants.
- Facilitate therapeutic communication and conflict resolution by redirecting negative behavior and helping patients regain or improve their coping ability to regain independence.
- Provide a safe environment, encourage patients to discuss their emotions, and offer emotional support.
- Introduce and educate relaxation techniques to patients/caregivers for reduction of stress/anxiety.
REGISTERED NURSE (GI-Sx Stepdown Unit)
Mount Sinai Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments in GI medical-surgical settings, formulating proactive and collaborative care strategies.
- Fostered strong rapport with patients, providing emotional support and guidance throughout recovery.
- Provided preventive care education for patients.
- Supported ostomates for post-operative education and training.
REGISTERED NURSE
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Delivered comprehensive post-acute care, emphasizing patient education on disease management and prevention.
- Provided acute and chronic wounds including vascular, diabetic, surgical, and pressure injuries.
- Effectively applied and managed Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.
- Effectively communicate with MDs, therapists, and specialists for optimal outcomes for individuals.
REGISTERED NURSE
VIP HEALTH CARE SERVICES
11.2012 - 05.2016
- Perform comprehensive patient assessment and managed care for patients with complex needs, including tracheostomy/feeding tube and comorbidities.
- Render exceptional support to occupational, physical, and speech therapists in administering patient care and therapy sessions, while ensuring a safe and efficient environment
- Successfully established rapport and assisted for establishing individualized goals.
- Acquired solid awareness regarding the importance of education and evaluation of health conditions for both the client and family to promote healthy living and enhance quality of life.
Education
Master in Science - Complementary & Alternative Health Program
Drexel University
Pennsylvania, PA06-2023
WEB WOC Nursing Education Program
Minneapolis, MN05.2019
Bachelor of Science -
Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing
New York, NY12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY06.2012
Associate Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY08.2003
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite SigmaCare EPIC
Professional Development
- Board Certified Wound and Ostomy Nurse
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Board Certified Nurse Coach
- Certified Clinical Aromatherapist
- Reiki Therapy
Focus of Interests
Wound and Ostomy Care, Preventive/Wholistic Care, Patient Education, Integrative Nursing Coach
Professional Affiliation
National Wound, Ostomy and Continence Society
American Holistic Nurses Association
Timeline
Certified Wound and Ostomy Nurse
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
12.2019 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE (GI-Sx Stepdown Unit)
Mount Sinai Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2019
REGISTERED NURSE
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
08.2015 - 04.2017
REGISTERED NURSE
VIP HEALTH CARE SERVICES
11.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science -
Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
LaGuardia Community College
Associate Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
LaGuardia Community College
Master in Science - Complementary & Alternative Health Program
Drexel University
WEB WOC Nursing Education Program
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