Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record in acute care, long-term care, emergency care, and most recently management experience. Experience showcases strong clinical judgment and a professional bedside manner. Excelled in delivering comprehensive respiratory care, significantly improving patient outcomes. Skilled in operating mechanical ventilators and fostering teamwork, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in high-pressure environments. Leadership experience for 2 years with recommendations upon request.
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Amanda Riojas-Ovalle
Wolfforth,TX
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
2
Years of Management Experience
1
Certificate
Work History
W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital
Respiratory Therapy Manager
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with Human Resources during recruitment processes, selecting highly-skilled candidates who positively contributed to team dynamics and patient outcomes.
- Developed and maintained strong interdisciplinary relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to foster a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Coordinated daily operations, allocating resources effectively based on patient acuity levels and staffing availability.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by conducting risk assessments, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Lubbock Heart And Surgical Hosital
Respiratory Therapist
06.2021 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Krucial Staffing- COVID 19
Respiratory Therapist
10.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- COVID-19 Travel RRT
Covenant Hospital Plainview
Respiratory Therapist
05.2016 - 11.2020
Job overview
- 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.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Texas Specialty Hospital
Respiratory Therapist
02.2011 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- 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.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Covenant Medical Center
Registered Respiratory Therapist
12.2009 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Education
Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterLubbock, TX
Bachelor of Science from Clinical Services Management
University Overview
South Plains CollegeLevelland, TX
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
05.2009
University Overview
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Emergency medical care
- Team collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Self-motivated professional
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- NRP Certified
- NBRC Accredited
- AARC Member
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Manager
W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Lubbock Heart And Surgical Hosital
06.2021 - 06.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing- COVID 19
10.2020 - 02.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Covenant Hospital Plainview
05.2016 - 11.2020
Respiratory Therapist
Texas Specialty Hospital
02.2011 - 05.2016
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Covenant Medical Center
12.2009 - 05.2016
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- NRP Certified
- NBRC Accredited
- AARC Member
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science from Clinical Services Management
South Plains College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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