Yukako (Yuka) Smith
Registered Nurse
St Kilda,VIC
Summary
Registered Nurse (Division 1) with 15+ years of critical care experience and newly endorsed as a Nurse Immuniser. Brings advanced clinical skills, meticulous infection-control practice, and calm, patient-focused communication to every encounter. Recently completed immunisation course and eager to apply evidence-based vaccine administration and cold-chain procedures in community and clinic settings. Available for flexible, casual shifts to support high-quality, safe vaccination services.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Cabrini Health
05.2018 - Current
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (2019-2022).
- Administered critical care interventions in high-acuity settings, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their skills in critical care protocols and best practices.
- Attended medical emergency responses as a leading nurse.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Alfred Hospital
05.2006 - 07.2016
- Monitored haemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Had a strong focus on cardiac critical care with extensive corporeal life support (ECLS), experience with ventricular assist devices (VAD) and both VV and VA extra corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
- Regularly stepped up in to the nurse in charge role in the unit.
- Awarded the nursing staff member of the month twice.
Registered Nurse
Monash Medical Centre
05.2005 - 04.2006
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and documented changes in medical records efficiently.
- Educated patients and families on health management, recovery processes, and preventive care techniques.
- Mentored junior nurses to foster professional development and ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
Education
Immunisation Program
South Australia Health
01-2025
Post Graduate Certificate in ICU - Nursing
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC01-2008
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC01-2004
Skills
- Patient Care Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Healthcare Workflow Optimization
- Medication Administration
- Nursing Leadership
- Health Education
- Clinical Assessment
- Care Strategy Development
- Intensive care unit experience
- Advanced life support
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Cabrini Health
05.2018 - Current
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Alfred Hospital
05.2006 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse
Monash Medical Centre
05.2005 - 04.2006
Immunisation Program
South Australia Health
Post Graduate Certificate in ICU - Nursing
La Trobe University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Australian Catholic University
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