KATHERINE YOSHIDA
Rancho Santa Margarita,CA
Summary
Dedicated nursing leader with academic background in cognitive science. Nine years of proven success in introducing changes to increase regulatory compliance and improve patient outcomes. Frontline nurse during covid pandemic, helping implement innovative patient care protocols. Consistently recognized by colleagues as supportive and having a positive, unflappable attitude.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Supervisor
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
04.2018 - Current
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 120 nurses and support personnel.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
Telemetry Clinical Nurse and Preceptor
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
12.2015 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
Assistant Manager, Bookkeeper, Server
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
03.2012 - 12.2015
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake, deposit records, and accounts payable, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Design Editor
The Heuristic Squelch
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Collaborated with creative teams to produce visually appealing content that aligned with brand guidelines and target audiences.
- Streamlined communication between editorial and design members, facilitating seamless project execution from concept to completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Mesa, AZ2017
Associates Degree - Nursing
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA2015
Bachelor of Arts - Cognitive Science
University of California
Berkeley, CA2011
Certification
- Registered Nurse - License #95072410 by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse- certification by the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support- certification by the American Heart Association
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
04.2018 - Current
Telemetry Clinical Nurse and Preceptor
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
12.2015 - 04.2018
Assistant Manager, Bookkeeper, Server
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
03.2012 - 12.2015
Design Editor
The Heuristic Squelch
01.2009 - 06.2011
Associates Degree - Nursing
Saddleback College
- Registered Nurse - License #95072410 by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse- certification by the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support- certification by the American Heart Association
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Cognitive Science
University of California
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