- Community Service and Volunteerism
- Service-based Leadership Programs
- Mentorship within Professional Organizations
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Photography
- Social Media Engagement for Organizations
Jayda S Bridges
Hattiesburg
Summary
Motivated healthcare professional with experience in patient care, healthcare navigation, and academic support. Skilled in care coordination, data management, and interdisciplinary collaboration within healthcare settings. Interested in advancing research in healthcare quality, health equity, and workforce education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Navigator
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
Hattiesburg, MS
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient navigation services to improve access to care and ensure timely service delivery across community-based programs.
- Optimized routing and scheduling processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce travel time.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate service coordination and continuity of care.
- Monitored environmental and logistical factors (e.g., weather, transportation barriers) to proactively adjust care delivery plans.
- Supported patient engagement efforts by addressing barriers to care and improving service utilization.
Acute Care Technician
Forrest General Hospital
Hattiesburg, MS
12.2022 - 09.2024
- Supported clinical operations by assisting healthcare teams in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
- Collected and documented patient data in electronic health records (EHRs), ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated critical changes to clinical staff, supporting timely clinical decision-making.
- Maintained patient care environments in alignments in alignments with safety, infection control. and regulatory standards.
- Assisted with bedside procedures, contributing to workflow efficiency and patient throughput.
- Promoted patient-centered care by supporting activities of daily living and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Graduate Assistant
The University Of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed administrative operations including scheduling, event coordination, and logistics for academic programs.
- Developed educational materials and coordinated workshops to support student engagement and program effectiveness.
- Maintained and tracked student performance data, supporting academic reporting and program evaluations.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to improve program delivery and student outcomes.
- Supported departmental initiatives through organization, communication, and project coordination.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg12-2022
Skills
- Route planning
- Basic first aid
- Record keeping
- Event coordination
- Educational resource development
Interests
Leadership Experience
Technology Chair, 2026-01-01, Present, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Hattiesburg, MS, Responsible for managing the chapter's technology needs, supporting digital platforms, providing technical assistance to meetings and events, and collaborating with leadership to enhance communication and efficiency.
Timeline
Healthcare Navigator
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
09.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant
The University Of Southern Mississippi
01.2023 - 05.2024
Acute Care Technician
Forrest General Hospital
12.2022 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
The University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Science - Public Health
The University of Southern Mississippi