Amber Weinrich
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist skilled in mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas analysis, and emergency care procedures. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective team leadership and patient relationship management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Adventist Health Simi Valley
Simi Valley, California
01.2021 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals, adjusting treatments to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators, executing associated critical care duties.
- Assisted in critical care procedures during emergency situations to provide timely patient interventions.
- Conducted diagnostic tests, including arterial blood gas analysis and therapeutic bronchoscopies, while training in pulmonary function testing techniques.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health and individualized treatment plans.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Ordered supplies to ensure continuous operation of respiratory therapy services.
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Methoidist Hospital of Southern California
Arcadia, California
05.2015 - 01.2021
- Conducted pulmonary function testing and bedside spirometry for inpatients and outpatients.
- Conducted quality assurance audits, ensuring service excellence in respiratory therapy.
- Provided mentorship to team members, enhancing skills through targeted training programs.
- Managed equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Assisted with installation and rollout of updated ABG analyzers, performing routine QC checks.
- Implemented cost-effective programs, optimizing supply chain management and enhancing equipment quality.
- Performed therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopies using fluoroscopy in GI lab.
- Developed computer-based billing system, improving financial efficiency and productivity.
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Mission Hospital
Mission Viejo, CA
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Administered critical care in surgical cardiac and neuro units, including intubation and extubation.
- Administered aerosol and oxygen therapy and implemented bronchopulmonary hygiene techniques to support respiratory function.
- Performed bedside bronchoscopies on mechanically ventilated patients to assess airway patency and facilitate respiratory management.
- Completed NICU training on bubble CPAP mechanical ventilation for premature infants.
- Delivered emergency care in level 2 trauma center for pediatric and adult cases.
- Monitored neuro licox and ICP levels in patients with traumatic brain injuries.
- Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, ensuring optimal recovery conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes in high-pressure environments through coordinated care strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05-2010
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Bronchoscopy procedures
- Blood gas analysis
- Pulmonary function testing
- Respiratory maintenance
- Emergency procedures
- Patient management
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- AHA BLS Certification
- NRP Certification
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Adventist Health Simi Valley
01.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Methoidist Hospital of Southern California
05.2015 - 01.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Mission Hospital
02.2015 - 07.2015
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Orange Coast College