Rishi N

Pre-medical student in an accelerated BS/DO program with EMT-in-progress clinical training, formal medical terminology coursework, and a research background built on precise, real-time documentation — well suited to accurately capturing patient encounters in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course at Nova Southeastern University (2026-12)

Certification Expected December 2026

• Trained in patient assessment, vital sign monitoring, and treatment interventions, with an emphasis on accurate, real-time documentation under time pressure
• Practiced translating clinical terminology quickly and precisely while communicating within a care team
• Developed composure and multitasking ability in fast-paced, high-acuity situations directly applicable to charting during live patient encounters

Bacteriophage Isolation & Characterization Research at Nova Southeastern University

• Isolated novel bacteriophages from environmental samples and characterized viral morphology and host range to contribute to genomic databases
• Maintained meticulous, structured records of biological assays and reactions using Excel and digital lab notebooks, ensuring accuracy and reproducibility — direct experience with the disciplined documentation habits required for medical charting
• Analyzed peer-reviewed literature to inform experimental design, reflecting strong reading comprehension and attention to clinical/scientific detail

Organizer and Leader at Cancer Fundraising Initiative

• Organized and led a fundraising initiative supporting pediatric cancer causes, raising $5,000
• Coordinated outreach and communicated directly with participants and donors, demonstrating leadership and organizational skill

Volunteer at Community Organizations

200+ hours

• Volunteered with food banks, school events, and organizations including Kids Against Hunger

Coach and Training Assistant at Special Olympics

• Coach and training assistant for multiple Special Olympics basketball teams

Bachelor of Science in Biology – Nova Southeastern University (2029)