ATHUL SILOKUMAR
La Palma
Summary
Experienced respiratory therapist with over 1 year and 6 months in providing exceptional care for patients with pulmonary conditions. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, utilizing advanced respiratory technology. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to implement tailored treatment strategies. Focused on maintaining high standards of patient safety and comfort.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Centinela Medical Center
Inglewood
12.2024 - Current
- Supervised and operated mechanical ventilators to ensure effective airway management.
- Worked in the ER in a very fast-paced environment under lots of stress.
- Transported patients on ventilators within and outside the hospital using the Parapac ventilator gained expertise in patient transportation to clinics and supporting ventilation management with anesthesiologist effective communication with nursing staff and physicians.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assisted in critical trauma situations, including intubations, responding to codes, and transporting patients.
- Blood Gas Analysis.
- Operated GE 860, PB 840, Hamilton ventilators and parapac transport ventilator.
- Provided care in both adult and pediatric settings.
- Worked with Meditech software for charting patients.
Education
Associate of Science -
American Career College
AnaheimSkills
- Ventilator & airway management
- Oxygen therapy & aerosol medication delivery
- Bronchopulmonary hygiene
- Patient assessment & education
- Blood gas analysis (ABG)
- CPR & emergency response
- Adult & pediatric respiratory care
- Experience in Meditech,Kpc sunrise,Evident thirve UX software
Certification
- PALS, 2028
- ACLS, 2028
- BLS, 2027
- NRP, 2028
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Centinela Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Associate of Science -
American Career College