Nakeshia Cardine
Riverview,FL
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic testing, and therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Baycare Health Systems
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Respiratory Therapist
BayCare Health System Inc.
10.2008 - 05.2021
- Critical Care Therapist, managing intubations and extubations; protocol ventilator management, and SBT
- Neonatal and Pediatric Transport Therapist
- Level 2 & 4 NICU Experience
- NICU Preceptor
- Relief Team Lead
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN05-2003
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Baycare Health Systems
04.2022 - 05.2024
Respiratory Therapist
BayCare Health System Inc.
10.2008 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
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