Rikki Clark
Owingsville,KY
Summary
Proven expertise in emergency airway management and critical thinking, honed across roles from CHI St. Joseph Mount Sterling to Bath County EMS. Excelled in pediatric respiratory care and clinical decision-making, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated exceptional ability in mechanical ventilation management and ethical patient care, making impactful contributions to multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Student
CHI St. Joseph Mount Sterling
Mount Sterling, KY
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations requiring advanced life support measures such as intubation or mechanical ventilation.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Monitored patient progress and reported any changes to supervising physician or therapist.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Managed daily inventory of supplies needed for the respiratory care department.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Administered aerosolized medication treatments including bronchodilators and antibiotics.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay abreast of new developments in the field.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Performed chest physiotherapy modalities such as percussion, vibration, postural drainage.
911 Dispatcher
Bath County Chamber Of Commerce
Owingsville, KY
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Responded to emergency calls routed by automatic distribution system.
- Coordinated activities between multiple agencies during emergency situations.
- Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
- Utilized multi-line telephone system to answer inquiries from the public regarding emergencies, non-emergencies, police services.
- Monitored alarms, surveillance systems, cameras, and other security devices for potential threats or suspicious activity.
- Dispatched police officers and emergency personnel to calls for service.
- Entered pertinent information into computer aided dispatch system; maintained detailed records of all dispatched calls.
- Ensured that all policies and procedures were followed in accordance with local laws and regulations governing 911 services.
Deputy Jailer
Rowan County Detention Center
Morehead, KY
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent escape attempts, crime, and other dangerous activities.
- Observed conduct of inmates and protected from dangers.
- Conducted booking procedures on new inmates by performing fingerprinting and medical assessments.
- Enforced all rules of the jail facility, ensuring that inmates followed these regulations.
- Interacted with inmates in a professional manner while enforcing discipline policies.
Paramedic
Bath County EMS
Owingsville, KY
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
Deputy Jailer
Montgomery County Regional Jail
Mount Sterling, KY
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Managed inmate intake processes, including booking and fingerprinting.
- Conducted regular cell inspections for contraband items or dangerous materials.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety protocols to prevent the spread of diseases.
- Performed searches of inmates and cells for contraband and prohibited items.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent escape attempts, crime, and other dangerous activities.
- Prepared incident reports regarding disturbances or violations within the jail environment.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Responded to emergencies and altercations, employing de-escalation techniques effectively.
EMT-Basic
Powell County EMS
Stanton, KY
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Conducted regular ambulance checks to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Worked closely with accepting hospitals to relay patients' vitals and fill out patient reports.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Administered medications per physician instructions or protocol guidelines.
- Took vital signs and blood pressure to observe patient's condition and prepare appropriate resources and medical procedures.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Educated patients on how to prevent injuries or illnesses through lifestyle changes.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in EMS care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Education
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy
Maysville Community And Technical College
Morehead, KY12-2024
Paramedicine
EMTP
Lexington, KY09-2018
High School Diploma -
Bath County High School
Owingsville, KY05-2013
Skills
- Emergency airway management
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Medical record documentation
- Respiratory monitoring
- Bronchial hygiene therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Ethical patient care
- Airway clearance techniques
- Tracheostomy care
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Aerosol medication delivery
- Pulmonary function testing
- Critical thinking
- Clinical decision making
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Neonatal intensive care
- Oxygen therapy administration
Accomplishments
- Valedictorian
- 4.0 GPA
Certification
- ACLS
- CPR
- BLS
- NRP
- CPI
- Pediatric abuse and Head Trauma
- Determination of Death
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
CHI St. Joseph Mount Sterling
05.2024 - 10.2024
911 Dispatcher
Bath County Chamber Of Commerce
11.2023 - 05.2024
Deputy Jailer
Rowan County Detention Center
11.2020 - 11.2023
Paramedic
Bath County EMS
02.2019 - 10.2021
Deputy Jailer
Montgomery County Regional Jail
12.2017 - 01.2019
EMT-Basic
Powell County EMS
01.2015 - 01.2016
- ACLS
- CPR
- BLS
- NRP
- CPI
- Pediatric abuse and Head Trauma
- Determination of Death
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy
Maysville Community And Technical College
Paramedicine
EMTP
High School Diploma -
Bath County High School
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