Yoshimi Takahara
Metuchen,NJ
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Jersey City Medical Center, specializing in patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated ability to manage complex medical conditions while maintaining precise documentation and improving patient outcomes. Recognized for strong communication skills and cultural competence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed complex medical conditions through comprehensive nursing care, improving patient stability across diverse populations.
- Performed detailed assessments and monitored laboratory results, ensuring accurate electronic documentation to support clinical decision-making.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to facilitate smooth care transitions, positively impacting patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal recovery in medical-surgical unit.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
Dining Room Server
Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line
02.2015 - 09.2018
- Delivered exceptional service to thousands of international guests, enhancing their dining experience.
- Earned recognition for 'Most Courteous Customer Service' through consistently positive guest interactions.
Restaurant Service Team Leader
Mitsukoshi U.S.A., Inc at Walt Disney World
Orlando, FL
09.2013 - 01.2015
- Supervised and trained over 20 multicultural servers to maintain hospitality and safety standards.
- Developed effective communication skills in team settings, leadership, and time management skills in a fast-paced setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University
New Jersey12.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College
NY, NY7 2023
Bachelor of Business -
Kansai University
Osaka, Japan3 2013
Skills
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Cultural awareness
- Collaboration
- Responsiveness to demands
- Infection prevention
- Epic use
- Wound care
- Delegation
- Fall prevention
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
• Registered Nurse
• BLS
• ACLS
• Intravenous IV Therapy
• NY Nail specialist
• NY Food protection
• Bookkeeping
• BLS
• ACLS
• Intravenous IV Therapy
• NY Nail specialist
• NY Food protection
• Bookkeeping
Volunteer Experience
Health & Hygiene Education in Cambodia, 07/01/12, 08/01/12, educate children in rural areas about hygiene and disease prevention.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Jersey City Medical Center
12.2023 - 05.2025
Dining Room Server
Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line
02.2015 - 09.2018
Restaurant Service Team Leader
Mitsukoshi U.S.A., Inc at Walt Disney World
09.2013 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University
Bachelor of Business -
Kansai University