Yun Jae Ko
Honolulu
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 2 years of specialized experience in pediatric emergency care, adept at coordinating multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Proficient in precise documentation, rapid triage protocols, and maintaining a calm environment under pressure, leveraging skills in communication and problem-solving. Committed to advancing patient care standards through innovative approaches and dedicated teamwork.
Professional healthcare manager prepared for Nurse Case Manager role. Strong focus on team collaboration and patient care. Reliable in adapting to changing needs and achieving results. Skilled in care coordination, medical assessment, and patient advocacy, with compassionate and patient-centered approach valued in healthcare.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Case Manager
Genex Services
Honolulu, HI
12.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans to address patient needs and improve health outcomes.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance service delivery and support patient recovery.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting informed decision-making and adherence.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and services within healthcare systems.
- Streamlined case management processes, increasing efficiency in handling complex patient cases.
- Served as a liaison between patients and various support services such as financial assistance programs, community resources, and mental health counseling to ensure holistic care was provided.
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Room
Hawaii Pacific Health - Kapiolani Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Deliver comprehensive emergency care while maintaining precise documentation of patient assessments, vital signs, and treatment responses in EMR systems
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to expedite critical care interventions, reducing emergency response times and enhancing patient outcomes
- Facilitate seamless patient handoffs between departments, ensuring continuity of care and clear communication of treatment priorities
- Provide compassionate care and clear communication to patients and families during high-stress emergency situations, maintaining calm environment
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, swiftly identifying changes that require immediate intervention while prioritizing multiple trauma cases
- Implemented rapid triage protocols in high-volume emergency scenarios, enabling efficient patient assessment and reduced wait times while maintaining quality care standards
Emergency Room Aide
Hawaii Pacific Health
Honolulu, HI
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to the interdisciplinary care team
- Attended patients in a 20-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols
- Prepared examination and patient rooms for procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
NICU Nurse Aide
Hawaii Pacific Health
Honolulu, HI
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
Lab Assistant
Clinical Labs of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination
- Prepared laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, process or quality control
- Produced and submitted laboratory documents and reports per compliance requirements
- Maintained inventory and equipment and placed orders for laboratory supplies
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI01-2022
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI01-2019
Associate of Science - Biotechnician
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI01-2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI01-2019
Skills
- Communication (Experienced)
- Active Listening (Experienced)
- Teamwork (Experienced)
- Customer Service (Experienced)
- Adaptability (Experienced)
- Problem Solving (Experienced)
- HIPAA (Expert)
- Patient Care (Experienced)
- Documentation (Experienced)
- Laboratory (Experienced)
- Clinical assessment (Experienced)
LANGUAGES
Korean
English (Native)
Interests
Golfing, Dog-walking, Reading, Cooking
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- MILITARY SERVICE
- 5 Year US Army Veteran
COURSES
- TRAUMA NURSING CORE COURSE
- Emergency Nurses Association
- Jan 2025 - Feb 2025
- PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT
- American Heart Association
- ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT
Timeline
Nurse Case Manager
Genex Services
12.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Emergency Room
Hawaii Pacific Health - Kapiolani Medical Center
01.2023 - 12.2025
Emergency Room Aide
Hawaii Pacific Health
01.2019 - 01.2021
NICU Nurse Aide
Hawaii Pacific Health
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lab Assistant
Clinical Labs of Hawaii
01.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Kapiolani Community College
Associate of Science - Biotechnician
Kapiolani Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kapiolani Community College
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Hawaii Pacific University