Nakeda Washington
Batesville,MS
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Care Student at clinical sites, recognized for exceptional attention to detail and a positive attitude. Demonstrated reliability and effective time management while adhering to professional standards. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and enhancing team collaboration through proactive engagement and adherence to best practices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Student
Bolivar Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
Respiratory Therapy Student
UMMC Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
- Provided respiratory therapy services in various clinical settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments, and rehabilitation facilities.
- Enhanced patient breathing by administering aerosol medications effectively.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
Respiratory Therapy Student
UMMC Hospital
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Assisted in rapid response teams, providing critical care in emergency situations to save lives.
- Played key role in pediatric care units, adapting respiratory treatments for younger patients.
- Enhanced patient breathing by administering aerosol medications effectively.
Respiratory Therapy Student
St. Dominic's Hospital
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Assisted in rapid response teams, providing critical care in emergency situations to save lives.
- Implemented patient-specific interventions to reduce instances of ventilator-associated pneumonia.
- Enhanced patient breathing by administering aerosol medications effectively.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns and providing compassionate support during challenging moments of their treatment journey.
- Provided respiratory therapy services in various clinical settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments, and rehabilitation facilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by monitoring vital signs, blood gases, and other diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of therapy treatments.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PAAssociate of Science - Respiratory Care
Coahoma Community College
Clarksdale, MS05-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Holmes Community College
Grenada, MS12-2021
Skills
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
- Critical thinking
- Airway clearance techniques
- Infection control practices
- Clinical decision making
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Vital signs monitoring
- Teamwork
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
Bolivar Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Student
UMMC Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student
UMMC Hospital
10.2024 - 11.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
St. Dominic's Hospital
08.2024 - 09.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Community College of Philadelphia
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Coahoma Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Holmes Community College
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