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Rasheedah Fair McDaniel

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Adept at advanced respiratory therapies and patient education, I excell at Inova Health as a Surgical Trauma ICU Respiratory Therapist Lead. My position includes conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and managing complex ventilator weaning processes. My mentoring of new hires demonstrates strong leadership and commitment to quality care, embodying essential hard and soft skills in the respiratory therapy field. I am trained in various departments within Inova, such as PICU, ED, PEDS ED, MSICU, NSICU, CICU, CVICU, and general floors. I am looking for a position that provides opportunities for continued professional development and the chance to tackle new challenges. I am eager to apply my skills in your dynamic environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist II

Inova Health
12.2020 - Current


- **Conducts accurate clinical assessments** of the cardiopulmonary system, occasionally performing advanced assessments incorporating other systems such as cardiovascular and neurological.
- **Administers advanced respiratory therapies** (e.g., heliox, nitric oxide); manages mechanical ventilation, including complex modes, with minimal supervision.
- **Performs and reviews ventilator weaning processes** with high proficiency in over 90% of cases, developing and refining care plans based on patient diagnostics and response.
- **Collects specimens and performs diagnostic testing** and applies departmental protocols and clinical guidelines with high frequency and minimal supervision.
- **Provides patient and family education**, documents care with over 95% accuracy, and actively participates in team training and quality improvement initiatives, maintaining high standards in communication and collaboration.

- **Mentored new hires** and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.


Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD
06.2021

Skills

  • Airway Management
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Patient Education
  • Respiratory Care Protocols
  • Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
  • Emergency medical care
  • Pediatric & Adult Respiratory Care

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist II

Inova Health
12.2020 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Baltimore City Community College
Rasheedah Fair McDaniel