Mikayla Latimore
Antelope,CA
Summary
Compassionate and motivated new graduate Respiratory Therapist eager to apply academic knowledge and clinical experience to deliver exceptional patient care. Dedicated to promoting respiratory health, optimizing patient outcomes, and collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care, ICU
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Demonstrated effective use of ventilators and other respiratory equipment during clinical rotations.
- Educated patients on proper inhaler techniques and the importance of adherence to treatment plans.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care, NICU
Kaiser Medical Center
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate respiratory conditions and treatment effectiveness.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Assisted in rapid response teams, providing critical care in emergency situations to save lives.
- Optimized respiratory care delivery by maintaining and troubleshooting wide range of respiratory equipment.
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care, ICU
Kaiser Medical Center
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
- Assisted medical team in managing critical patients by implementing life support measures, such as intubation and mechanical ventilation.
- Improved patient outcomes by monitoring vital signs, blood gases, and other diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of therapy treatments.
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care
Mercy General Hospital
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted in administering respiratory therapy treatments under supervision.
- Monitored patient responses to therapies, documenting critical data accurately.
- Educated patients on proper use of inhalers and nebulizers for effective treatment.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
American River College
Sacramento12-2025
Associate of Science - General Science
American River College
Sacramento, CA05-2022
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Caring bedside manner
- Tracheostomy care
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Professionalism and empathy
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- STABLE
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care, ICU
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
10.2025 - 11.2025
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care, NICU
Kaiser Medical Center
09.2025 - 10.2025
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care, ICU
Kaiser Medical Center
02.2025 - 04.2025
Clinical Externship - Respiratory Care
Mercy General Hospital
06.2024 - 07.2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
American River College
Associate of Science - General Science
American River College