Malik Edmondson

Compassionate Respiratory Therapy graduate with clinical experience in adult, pediatric, and neonatal respiratory care. Skilled in mechanical ventilation, ABG analysis, airway management, oxygen therapy, and emergency interventions. Former U.S.

Marine Corps

Sergeant seeking a Respiratory Therapist position to provide high-quality patient care while advancing skills in critical care and neonatal/pediatric respiratory therapy.

Executive Protection Specialist at Self-Employed (2024-01 – Present)

• Conduct threat and risk assessments to identify safety concerns and develop protection plans.
• Coordinate advance site inspections and emergency preparedness measures.
• Maintain situational awareness and respond effectively during high-stress situations.
• Utilize strong communication, decision-making, and crisis response skills to protect clients and ensure safety.

Sergeant, Artillery Division at United States Marine Corps (2015-05 – 2024-01)

• Led and supervised teams of 5-15 personnel in high-pressure operational environments.
• Trained, mentored, and developed junior Marines while maintaining mission readiness.
• Managed logistics, accountability, equipment inventories, and operational planning.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and critical decision-making under stressful conditions.
• Coordinated with multiple departments and units to accomplish mission objectives safely and efficiently.

Respiratory Therapy Student, Clinical Rotations at Concorde Career College

Clinical Sites: Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center, Coast Plaza Hospital, French Park Care Center, Santa Ana

• Performed arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling, analysis, and interpretation.
• Assisted with management of mechanically ventilated patients in critical care settings.
• Monitored and cared for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients with respiratory disorders.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and airway clearance treatments.
• Participated in ventilator rounds and multidisciplinary patient care discussions.
• Assisted with airway management, endotracheal suctioning, and emergency respiratory interventions.
• Provided noninvasive ventilation support, including CPAP and BiPAP therapy.
• Participated in spontaneous breathing trials and ventilator weaning protocols.
• Assisted during bronchoscopy procedures and advanced airway care.
• Performed pulmonary function testing and patient education.
• Documented patient care utilizing Epic and Cerner electronic medical record systems.
• Collaborated effectively with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy – Concorde Career College (2026-01)