Angel Lopez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Proven Respiratory Therapist with a track record of optimizing patient outcomes at Elevate Care through expert airway management and compassionate patient education. Skilled in respiratory equipment setup and problem-solving, I have significantly contributed to team success by mentoring new hires and enhancing patient care protocols. Certified in CPR/AED, my approach combines technical proficiency with a professional bedside manner.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Elevate Care
01.2022 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Omnicare
05.2017 - 02.2021
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
Slitter Machine Operator
Signode
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on processes and suggesting areas for optimization or enhancement.
- Reduced downtime with proactive preventive maintenance measures on slitter machines and related equipment.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules and customer requirements, ensuring timely completion of projects without compromising quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions for increased productivity.
- Completed assigned tasks within deadlines while adhering to strict quality control measures that ensured consistent end products.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and operating slitter machine equipment properly.
- Improved workplace safety by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Performed routine inspections of finished products to detect defects or inconsistencies before packaging or shipping.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, including materials used, output quantities, and any deviations from standard procedures.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper slitter machine operation techniques, contributing to a skilled workforce.
- Worked closely with quality assurance teams to rectify issues identified during audits, leading to improved overall production performance.
- Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
- Troubleshot and resolved various issues with machinery, maintaining quality and performance.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
St. Augustine College
Chicago, IL05.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Weiss Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL01.2009
No Degree - Pharmacy Technician
Olympia College
Chicago, IL01.2005
Skills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medication Administration
- Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment Setup
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Elevate Care
01.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Omnicare
05.2017 - 02.2021
Slitter Machine Operator
Signode
07.2015 - 07.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
St. Augustine College
Emergency Medical Technician
Weiss Memorial Hospital
No Degree - Pharmacy Technician
Olympia College