Nana Katayama
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Analytical biology graduate with laboratory and clinical experience, skilled in data interpretation and process evaluation. Committed to supporting Deloitte's healthcare clients through data-driven quality improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Doctor Shadowing
Urgent Care Clinic of Waikiki
Honolulu, USA
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Observed and supported physicians in patient intake and triage, gaining hands-on exposure to healthcare operations and quality-of-care workflows.
- Collected and verified patient medical histories from various healthcare institutions to ensure accurate and complete records.
- Updated patient charts and managed insurance and visit information with precision and confidentiality.
- Assisted with basic diagnostic testing and documentation to support efficient, compliant clinical operations.
Microbiologist
MedCan Hawaii
Honolulu, USA
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed microbiological testing using biochemical and molecular methods to ensure product safety and compliance with FDA-aligned and state regulatory standards.
- Conducted QC/QA activities, including equipment verification, environmental monitoring, and batch record review, to maintain accuracy and consistency.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures that improved testing reliability and reduced errors.
- Cultivated and analyzed microbial cultures while following strict SOPs, and maintaining detailed, audit-ready documentation.
- Communicated results clearly to dispensaries, healthcare providers, patients, and producers.
Research Assistant 2
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, USA
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Established and managed lab operations, including the procurement of equipment and supplies, vendor coordination, and instrument training/troubleshooting.
- Developed and maintained a lab webpage to communicate research focus and achievements.
- Conducted biomedical research and analyzed results, supporting process improvements, and workflow efficiency.
- Assisted the principal investigator with the preparation of publications and laboratory inspections.
- Maintained accurate records of laboratory activities.
- Assisted with training of junior research staffs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu12-2019
Skills
Healthcare quality and compliance:
QA/QC, FDA-aligned standards, SOP adherence, audit support, CAPA
Data and analytics: Data interpretation, root cause analysis, workflow evaluation, Excel, report preparation
Laboratory and clinical operations: Microbiological testing, specimen handling, clinical documentation, lab safety compliance
Process improvement: Workflow optimization, efficiency improvement, cross-functional coordination
Communication: Technical writing, stakeholder communication, confidentiality
Certification
Certified Phlebotomist, National Healthcareer Association (NHA), 02/2022
Publications
- Stratified layer analysis reveals intrinsic leptin stimulates cryptal mesenchymal cells for controlling mucosal inflammation, Scientific Reports, 10/2020, Co-Author
- Dolutegravir Impairs Stem Cell-Based 3D Morphogenesis Models in a Manner Dependent on Dose and Timing of Exposure: An Implication for Its Developmental Toxicity, Toxicol Sci, 11/2021, Co-Author
Timeline
Microbiologist
MedCan Hawaii
05.2022 - 02.2023
Doctor Shadowing
Urgent Care Clinic of Waikiki
10.2021 - 09.2023
Research Assistant 2
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Hawaii At Manoa