AMY MICHALAK
Inland Valley Hospital
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Student
4 Months- Observed patient assessments, ventilator checks, and airway management procedures to build clinical skills.
- Managed ventilator settings in various modes to perform spontaneous breathing trials while closely monitoring respiratory status
- Performed EKG procedures accurately, ensuring proper lead placement and patient preparation
Respiratory Therapy Student
4 Months- Provided respiratory care in high-acuity situations: traumas, cardioversion, chest tubes in the ED
- Rotated through NICU with a focus on respiratory conditions impairing neonates
- Supported rapid sequence intubations, monitored post extubation outcomes and assisted in non-invasive ventilation
Respiratory Therapy Student
3 Months- Assisted with ION and EBUS bronchoscopies in the pulmonary specialty unit
- Conducted Pulmonary Function Tests Pre-operatively
- Assisted respiratory therapists with oxygen therapy setups, nebulizer treatments, and patient monitoring.
- Prepared and cleaned respiratory equipment following infection control and safety protocols.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
1 Year 9 Months- Supervised daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations to maintain consistent service standards.
- Coordinated staff scheduling, shift coverage, and task delegation to support smooth restaurant workflow.
- Monitored food quality, cleanliness, and safety compliance to uphold hospitality standards.
- Trained new team members on POS procedures, service expectations, and operational routines.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Aerosol medication delivery
Oxygen therapy administration
Tracheostomy care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Emergency airway management
Bronchial hygiene therapy
Non-invasive ventilation
Strong clinical judgment
Mechanical ventilation management
Respiratory equipment setup
Teamwork and collaboration
Dependable and responsible
Certification
- American Heart Basic Life Support
- Advanced Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
Inland Valley Hospital
09.2026 - 01.2027Read More
Respiratory Therapy Student
Riverside University Health System Hospital
05.2026 - 09.2026Read More
Respiratory Therapy Student
Temecula Valley Hospital
02.2026 - 05.2026Read More
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Bushfire Grill
09.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Carrington College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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