MAKENNA HANDLEY
Tulare,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapy student with hands on clinical experience in acute and long term patient care. Skilled in ventilation management, floor therapy, and emergency response. Strong background in patient interaction, caregiving, and leadership from previous roles. BLS, CPR, PALS, ALS and NRP certified.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Experience
SJVC
08.2024 - Current
- Gained experience with long-term tracheostomy patients
- Performed floor therapy treatments and interventions
- Assisted in ICU and ER settings, managing critical care needs
Clinical Experience
Community Regional Medical Center (CRMC)
01.2024 - Current
- Hands-on experience in Neuro, trauma, and medicine ICU units
- Developed and applied ventilation management skills
- Assisted in high acuity patient care and emergency interventions
Personal Caregiver
01.2020 - Current
- Provide care as needed, to a special needs adult
Personal Nanny
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided full time care for an infant from 4 months of age to two years of age
- Managed daily routines, developmental activities, and safety
Dance Instructor
Elite Dance Academy
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Designed and led classes to improve technique, coordination, and confidence
- Developed leadership, communication, and patience in working with diverse age groups
Education
High School Diploma -
Learn for life charter school
Visalia, CAAssociate in Respiratory Therapy -
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA07.2025
Skills
- Ventilation management
- Tracheostomy care
- Floor therapy techniques
- ICU & ER patient care
- Patient education & communication
- Multitasking & adaptability
- Clinical experience
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
Timeline
Clinical Experience
SJVC
08.2024 - Current
Clinical Experience
Community Regional Medical Center (CRMC)
01.2024 - Current
Personal Nanny
08.2022 - 12.2023
Personal Caregiver
01.2020 - Current
Dance Instructor
Elite Dance Academy
01.2020 - 07.2022
Associate in Respiratory Therapy -
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
Learn for life charter school
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