Sandra Bernal
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 23 years of experience working with adult, pediatric and neonatal patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yuma Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
- Pulmonary Function Studies
- Bronchoscopies/EBUS
- Methacoline Challenge
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, EBUS and tracheotomies.
- Assisted with ABL90 monitoring, Blood gas Lab and new employee training.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sleep Center Of Yuma
05.2015 - Current
- Pulmonary Function Studies
- Patient Assessment and Treatment
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, and disease prevention.
Traveling Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yuma Regional Medical Center
10.2010 - 04.2021
- Provided emergency airway management during critical situations, contributing to successful patient resuscitation efforts.
- Utilized advanced ventilation techniques to support critically ill patients in maintaining adequate oxygenation levels.
- Ventilator management, Bipap/Cpap, High Flow therapy, ABG draws and analysis, assisted with intubation, mucus clearance devices and patient education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ12.2022
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Long Medical Institute
Phoenix, AZ02.2001
Skills
- Pulmonary Function Studies
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway Management
- Bronchoscopies
- EBUS
- Tracheostomy placement
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yuma Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sleep Center Of Yuma
05.2015 - Current
Traveling Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yuma Regional Medical Center
10.2010 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Long Medical Institute
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