Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 15 years of experience in healthcare settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation, therapy administration and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Professionally trained Respiratory therapist with experience delivering high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Certified in Respiratory Care. Very compassionate with patients and family. Enthusiastic Respiratory Therapist, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of and duties and training in my field. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in [Respiratory care].
Skills
Physical assessments
Diagnostic tools
Patient and family advocacy
Strong clinical judgment
Patient Care Documentation
Care Plan Management
Tracheostomy Care
Responsible
Detail-oriented
Critical thinking
Excellent work ethic
Ventilator management
Adult ICU therapist
Intubation and extubation
COVID ICU experience
Proning experience
Part of a trach team
Emergency Room experince
Spirometer Reading
Professional bedside manner
Reading comprehension
Interpersonal Communication
Teamwork
Flexible & Adaptable
Compassion
Organization and Time management
Education
Amarillo CollegeAmarillo, TXExpected in 05/2009 – –Associate of Applied Science:Respiratory Therapy - GPA:
Certifications
Licensed CRT - Current
Adult Critical Care Therapist
Emergency Room Therapist
COVID Adult ICU
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Work History
American Medical Response - Respiratory Therapist Napa, CA, 03/2021 - Current
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPPA laws and privacy guidelines.
Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Provided emergency care to patients.
Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
American Medical Response - Respiratory Therapist Paris, TN, 02/2021 - 03/2021
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Provided emergency care to patients.
Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPPA laws and privacy guidelines.
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