Ajay Thomas
Pearland,TX
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented RCP committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Respiratory Care field. Certifications in CRT,BLS,ACLS,PALS, and NRP.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
River Oaks Hospital & Clinics
07.2024 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Clear Lake City
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, and arterial blood gases.
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments .
- Responded to emergency codes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Conducted test such as EKGs .
Respiratory Therapist
UTMB Health, Clear Lake City
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Respiratory Therapist
Zion Healthcare Cypress
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Therapist
Spanish Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment
- Ensured patients safety and well-being of patients
- Transported patients to and from scheduled daily activities
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using nebulizers
- Performed monthly scheduled vent circuit change, assist in quarterly trach tube change, suction and daily trach care
- Educate patient and families
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management
- Provided emergency care to patients
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
San Jacinto College Central
Pasadena, TX 7750508.2016
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Information collection
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Team Work
- Patient Care Documentation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Good listening skills
- Cultural awareness
- Computer skills
- Excellent work ethic
- Organization and Time management
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- AHA Basic life support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
River Oaks Hospital & Clinics
07.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
UTMB Health, Clear Lake City
04.2022 - 01.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Clear Lake City
03.2021 - 09.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Zion Healthcare Cypress
12.2020 - 09.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Spanish Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
San Jacinto College Central
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