Confident and well-trained Registered Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's Hospital New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
08.2022 - Current
Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Children's Hospital New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
05.2022 - 08.2022
Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Conducted EKGs to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
Administered medication, monitored vital signs, performed blood gases, and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients, along side of a respiratory therapist.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care Technology
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA
07-2022
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Ventilator management
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Life Support
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's Hospital New Orleans
08.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Children's Hospital New Orleans
05.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care Technology