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LISA HIGGINS

Valparaiso

Summary

Registered Nurse (In Japan) Dependable and service-oriented nursing professional with outstanding patient care abilities. I possess experience in Cognitive care, Dementia care, and charting skills. I am a Registered Nurse in my native country of Japan. I demonstrate a high level of compassion and ensure that my patients receive attentive care and the highest quality of service. I aspire to work as a CNA while pursuing my studies to ultimately take the NCLEX. My goal is to eventually practice as a Registered Nurse in the United States.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

Kouyoukai Shirakawaen/ Youmeien
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Delivered exceptional daily care and short-term geriatric health services to more than 100 residents in the capacity of a Registered Nurse. Administered care across different phases of recovery (Acute Care, recovery phase, chronic care management, and long-term care for the elderly) as required and advised by a physician's orders within a nursing home environment.
  • Delivered daily healthcare services to pediatric, adult, and elderly patients who are diagnosed with chronic or terminal conditions, recuperating from surgical procedures, or recovering from severe illnesses and injuries.
  • Adhered to rehabilitation and treatment protocols to expedite patient recovery; reduce pain, discomfort, infections, and complications; and enhance patient outcomes.
  • Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress, symptoms and vital signs on each visit.

LPN

Kouyoukai Shirakawaen/ Youmeien
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Delivered exceptional daily care and short-term geriatric health services to more than 100 residents in the capacity of a Registered Nurse. Administered care across different phases of recovery (Acute Care, recovery phase, chronic care management, and long-term care for the elderly) as required and advised by a physician's orders within a nursing home environment.
  • Provided daily healthcare services to pediatric, adult and elderly patients diagnosed with chronic/terminal conditions, convalescing from surgical procedures or recovering from serious illnesses and injuries.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery; minimize pain, discomfort, infections, and complications; and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress, symptoms and vital signs on each visit.

Waitress

Tokyo Japanese Steak House
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Answer questions about menu selections and make recommendations when requested.
  • Effectively communicate with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
  • Promptly serve all food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests.
  • Regularly check on guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.
  • Correctly calculate charges, issue bills and collect payments.
  • Complete opening and closing checklists according to set standards.
  • Demonstrate aware of liability issues and the law by confirming legal drinking age and discontinuing service to intoxicated guests.

LPN

HIGA Ophthalmic Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Wound Dressing & Care | Ventilator & Tracheostomy Suctioning/Care | G-Tube Feedings & Care | Respiratory Treatments & Assessments | IV Therapy | Patient Bathing & Hygiene Assistance | Glucose Checks & Blood Pressure Monitoring | Rehabilitation Therapy
  • Provided care to persons with disorders of the eyes including blindness and visual impairment.
  • Educated patient and assisted in surgery.
  • Ensured patients receive pre-operative assessment.
  • Participated pre-assessment and followed-up for cataract patients.
  • Developed plan of care adhering to Trust guidance and clinical and management team.
  • Provided service to post-operative patients, ensured queries and problems are addressed with appropriate follow up.

Education

Register Nurse License -

Anabuki Nursing College
01.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse License - undefined

Nahashi Ishikai Nursing College
01.2000

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Communication with team
  • Patient care and safety
  • Vital signs and patient monitoring
  • Medications Administration
  • Patient and family advocacy and support
  • Basic medical wound care
  • Gastrostomy care
  • Taking bloods sample, IV, Blood Sugar check, injections

Certification

  • Kansas work ready certification - Silver certificate 2018
  • ESL Certificate of Achievement - Northwest Arkansas community college Adult Education Department ESL program
  • Certificate Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Kansas College Of Nursing 2018
  • Certificate Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Florida Certificate 2025

Languages

Japanese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

RN

Kouyoukai Shirakawaen/ Youmeien
01.2020 - 01.2025

LPN

Kouyoukai Shirakawaen/ Youmeien
01.2014 - 01.2017

Waitress

Tokyo Japanese Steak House
01.2012 - 01.2014

LPN

HIGA Ophthalmic Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2011

Licensed Practical Nurse License - undefined

Nahashi Ishikai Nursing College

Register Nurse License -

Anabuki Nursing College

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