Tsukiko Jerger
About Tsukiko Jerger
Tsukiko Jerger is a Patient Care Assistant at Scripps Health with a background in environmental science and experience in the medical device industry.
Current Role at Scripps Health
Tsukiko Jerger currently serves as a Patient Care Assistant at Scripps Health. In this role, she is responsible for assisting with patient care activities, ensuring patient comfort, and supporting the healthcare team with various medical tasks. Tsukiko applies her skills in patient management and care in a professional healthcare setting, contributing to the overall services provided by Scripps Health.
Previous Experience in Newborn Hearing Screening
Before joining Scripps Health, Tsukiko Jerger worked at Natus Newborn Care as a Newborn Hearing Screener from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure at Natus Newborn Care, she specialized in conducting hearing screenings for newborns, playing a crucial role in early detection of hearing impairments. This position provided her with valuable experience in the medical device industry and enhanced her technical and diagnostic skills.
Education in Nursing and Environmental Science
Tsukiko Jerger pursued a Bachelor's degree in Registered Nursing from California State University San Marcos, which she completed from 2020 to 2022. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from the University of California, Davis, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. These academic credentials highlight her diverse educational background, encompassing both healthcare and environmental science.
Background in Environmental Compliance and Content Development
In her earlier career, Tsukiko Jerger worked in various roles including a Compliance Assistant at Dudek, where she focused on environmental compliance. She also had a stint as a Content Developer at MFI Medical Equipment, Inc., contributing to the company's medical equipment knowledge base. These roles helped her develop skills in report writing, leadership, and technical proficiency with tools like Microsoft Word and Excel.
International Internship Experience
Tsukiko Jerger gained valuable international experience through internships in Japan. She interned at the Japan Renewable Energy Foundation in Tokyo and at Aizu Electric Power in Fukushima. These internships allowed her to work on projects related to renewable energy and environmental sustainability. Additionally, she interned at Green Workplace at the University of California, Davis, further solidifying her expertise in environmental science.