Michiko Kimijima
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Motivated nursing student looking for a position in the Kaiser Permanente Nursing Student Work-Study Summer Internship Program. My experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in skilled nursing for over a year has helped me build a solid understanding in patient care. I have mastered the skills of vital signs, ADLs, patient transport, and bilingual support. I am committed to providing high-quality care and further advancing my education to reach my long-term goal of becoming an ICU nurse, where I can contribute to the nursing community as well as critical care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rossmoor Post Acute
12.2023 - Current
- Routinely monitored and recorded patient vital signs including blood pressure temperature and respiratory rate
- Carefully transferred patients into beds, wheelchairs, and tables, using gait belts, Sara Stedy and Hoyer lift
- Aided 12+ patients per shift with daily living activities, including feeding, bathing dressing, and mobility exercise
- Observed and documented patient's condition and behavior, and any changes to report to the nurses
- Practiced proper infection control protocols, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and isolation procedures
- Measured and documented accurate intake and output to monitor fluid balance
- Repositioned patients regularly and performed skin checks to prevent pressure ulcers
- Collaborated with nurses and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Offered emotional support and comfort to patients and their families during difficult or high-stress situation
- Fluent in Japanese; bilingual patient care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA11.2027
Pre-Nursng
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA05.2025
CNA Training Program
Hillendale Home Care
Walnut Creek, CA07.2023
Skills
Patient care and daily living support
Safe patient repositioning and transfer techniques
Colostomy / Urinary catheter care
Proficient in multitasking in fast-paced environment
Compassionate and therapeutic communication skills
Accurate vital signs assessment and monitoring
Infection prevention and control practices
Electronic health record(HER) documentation
Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese
Team-oriented Collaborative efforts in clinical settings
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (2023)
- BLS - Basic Life Support (2023)
Languages
Japanese Fluent (Verbal & Written)
Community Service
Planned Summer 2025 hospital/clinic volunteer to support patient care service and administrative tasks.
Planned Certifications in Summer 2025
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
- EKG Tech License
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rossmoor Post Acute
12.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, East Bay
Pre-Nursng
Diablo Valley College
CNA Training Program
Hillendale Home Care
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