Brandon Xicotencatl
Rentz,USA
Summary
Compassionate respiratory therapy professional with expertise in patient communication and comfort. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within healthcare teams to enhance patient care. Strong persuasive skills promote adherence to treatment plans, fostering positive relationships with patients and colleagues. Committed to improving respiratory health outcomes through a patient-centered approach.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Team Member
Cracker Barrel
Dublin, USA
06.2021 - Current
- Provided the best service to guest satisfaction in multiple areas of the restaurant.
- My first job title was a To-Go specialist, server, backup cook, Expo, prep, dishwasher, and grill line cook.
- I expanded my knowledge over the years to perform different tasks in each section of the restaurant.
- Excelled at multitasking, working simultaneously on multiple tasks in order to meet deadlines.
- Provided friendly and attentive service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills while interacting with customers and coworkers.
- Restocking supplies.
- Assisted with training of new staff members, attended meetings, and improving skills.
- Cleaned and sanitized hands and surfaces.
- Adhered to all health codes and sanitation regulations while preparing food items for customers.
- Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed.
- Maintained knowledge of safety and emergency procedures, remaining aware of accident prevention policies.
Student Intern
Atrium Health Navicent
Macon, Georgia
08.2026 - 12.2026
- Administered respiratory therapies using ventilators and nebulizers in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient-centered respiratory care plans.
- Educated patients on proper inhaler techniques and home oxygen use.
- Monitored patient vital signs and respiratory status during therapy sessions.
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing life-saving interventions and support.
- Documented patient progress and therapy outcomes in electronic health records accurately.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Respiratory Candidate
OFTC
Dublin, ga12.2026
High School Diploma -
West Laurens highschool
Dexter, ga05.2022
Skills
- Strong teamwork
- Administering aerosolized medications
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Respiratory care protocols
- Patient care
- Patient education
- Physical assessments
- Care plan management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Vital signs monitoring
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- EKG interpretations
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Suctioning
- Empathy for patients
- Time management abilities
- Pulse oximetry
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Oxygen therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Intubation
- Blood gas analysis
- Patient instruction
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous improvement
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
NRP
Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership — 2024
Occupational Advisory Committee Meeting
Honor Graduate
1st Semester — President’s List
2nd Semester — President’s List
3rd Semester — President’s List
ACLS
PALS
NRP
Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership — 2024
Occupational Advisory Committee Meeting
Honor Graduate
1st Semester — President’s List
2nd Semester — President’s List
3rd Semester — President’s List
Timeline
Student Intern
Atrium Health Navicent
08.2026 - 12.2026
Restaurant Team Member
Cracker Barrel
06.2021 - Current
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Respiratory Candidate
OFTC
High School Diploma -
West Laurens highschool