Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 5 years of experience with inpatient and outpatient therapeutic services. Adept at managing diverse conditions that include COPD, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure, and asthma as well as management of artificial airways. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about the use and operation of respiratory equipment. Eager to contribute to the [Company] mission through effective and empathetic patient care.
Skills
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Patient and caregiver education
Patient care documentation
Respiratory equipment setup
Care plan management
Medication administration
Strong clinical judgment
Team building
Education and Training
Grand Canyon UniversitySan Diego, CAExpected in 2017 ā āBachelor of Science:Professional Development And Advanced Patient Care - GPA:
Concorde Career CollegeSan Diego, CAExpected in 2015 ā āAssociate of Science:Respiratory Therapy - GPA:
San Antonio CollegeSan Antonio, TXExpected in 2011 ā āAssociate of Science:Biology With Emphasis in Nursing - GPA:
Floresville High School, Expected in 2008 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Certifications
BLS (Basic Life Support) | ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) | Current Texas RCP License
Experience
Community Hospital Corporation - Registered Respiratory Therapist Charlotte, NC, 12/2017 - Current
As team lead, organized and managed staffing assignments according to all therapies and medications to be delivered to patients as well as serve as additional to support to team throughout shift.
Organized and prioritized incoming work orders, optimizing team workflows and resources to handle dynamic demands.
Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
Identified need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
Administered medication and ventilatory support using Puritan Bennett 980 ventilators, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
Baycare Health System, Inc - Registered Respiratory Therapist II FL, State, 03/2017 - 02/2018
Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within cardiopulmonary system and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Identified need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
Responded to codes and assisted in intubations.
Administered medication and ventilatory support using Drager V500 and XL ventilators as well as noninvasive positive-pressure ventilators with the Respironics V60
Assisted in bedside bronchoscopies.
Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Delivered oxygen therapy as ordered
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Organized and managed time according for administration of all therapies and medications to be delivered to patients
Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
Identified need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
Administered medication and ventilatory support via Philips V200 and Esprit ventilators, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within cardiopulmonary system and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Collaborated with others to discuss and coordinate treatment regimes
INTEGRIS HEALTH - ER Administration Access Coordinator City, STATE, 03/2012 - 03/2013
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations when greeting and registering patients
Accessed patient information through variety of office software applications, maintaining strict confidentiality to remain compliant with HIPAA and EMTALA regulations.
Scheduled patient appointment and procedures with as backup for radiology
Coordinated between patients and healthcare professionals to meet patient needs.
Utilized customer service skills and detailed system knowledge to support hospital and clinic operations.
Obtained and filed consent to treatment, authorizations, and financial contracts for patients.
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