ARIEL FERRARI
Titusville,Florida
Summary
7 Years of experience in respiratory therapy, implementing and assisting in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with diverse pulmonary disorders, including critical care, pediatric, cardiovascular, emergent, LTACH, and trauma patients. Skilled in independent emergent airway intubation and arterial line insertion. Experienced as a charge and rapid response respiratory therapist.
Demonstrated excellence in time management and critical thinking in high-pressure situations, ensuring efficient patient care, even in emergencies.
Maintained respiratory equipment and determined effective treatment settings, optimizing patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Dedicated to providing patient-oriented care, ensuring treatment plans are tailored to meet individual needs and improve overall well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
Gainesville, FL
04.2025 - 05.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Halifax Health
Daytona Beach, FL
11.2023 - 02.2024
- ICU, Pediatric Care unit, ER, Trauma level I, II unit, Psych unit, Critical care Units
Respiratory Therapist
UL Health
Louisville, KY
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Level I Trauma, Transplant ICU, Pediatric Therapy, Critical Care ICU, CVICU Care, Frazier Rehab Institution
Respiratory Therapist
Benefits Healthcare
Great Falls, MT
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Covid Unit, Assisted in Level II Trauma, Enhanced and broadened sense of cultural diversity in this specific workplace
Respiratory Therapist
CHI Saint Joseph Hospital
Lexington, KY
03.2017 - 09.2021
- Responsible for role of charge/rapid response therapist when needed, Obtained a position as an Independent Intubator, Gained arterial line insertion skill, Phil Award Nominee
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
03.2018
Skills
- Airway Management
- ICU Experience
- Ventilator competency — Puritan Bennett 740, 840, and 980 Avea Drager LTV ReVel Hamilton Trilogy
- Bipap/Cpap initiation & management — V60 and V60 plus Vision Dreamstation
- High flow humidity therapy/setup — Optiflow vapotherm Airvo
- Adult and Pediatrics
- Independent Intubation
- Arterial Punctures
- Arterial Line Insertion
- Blood Gas Analysis
- Tracheostomy Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient assessment
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care Documentation
- Management
- Dosage Calculations
- Breathing Exercises
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Therapeutic Gas Administration Apparatus
- Anatomy knowledge
- Infection Control Techniques
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Medical Terminology
- Laboratory Experience
- Employee Orientation
- Managed Care
- Epic
- Cerner
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Emergency Medical Care
- Patient monitoring
- Vital Signs
- Equipment Troubleshooting/Maintenance
- Physiology knowledge
- Respiratory
Certification
- CRT
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- PALS Certification
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
04.2025 - 05.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Halifax Health
11.2023 - 02.2024
Respiratory Therapist
UL Health
03.2023 - 05.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Benefits Healthcare
09.2021 - 06.2022
Respiratory Therapist
CHI Saint Joseph Hospital
03.2017 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University