Alicia Mercuri
West Mifflin,PA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Mercy
12.2020 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Respiratory Therapy Intern
UPMC Presbyterian
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Documented therapeutic goals and client progress.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
- Built trust and rapport with compassionate approach.
- Maintained client confidentiality to protect patient privacy.
Veterinary Technician
PVSEC BluePearl
06.2011 - 10.2021
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bethel Park High School
Bethel Park, PABachelor of Science - Healthcare Management & Data Analytics
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA12.2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA12.2020
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Medical Records Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Word Processing Software
- HIPAA Compliance
Additional Information
- BLS
- ACLS
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Mercy
12.2020 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Intern
UPMC Presbyterian
08.2020 - 12.2020
Veterinary Technician
PVSEC BluePearl
06.2011 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Bethel Park High School
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management & Data Analytics
Carlow University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Community College of Allegheny County