Brenda Garcia
Lubbock
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist Assistant with a proven track record at Covenant Medical Center, enhancing patient outcomes through expert airway management and arterial blood gas analysis. Spearheaded a payroll software transition, boosting efficiency. Known for exceptional teamwork, clinical judgment, and a commitment to patient education and comfort.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Covenant Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Ensured patient safety and comfort by monitoring vital signs and adjusting therapy as needed during treatments.
- Reduced risks of infection transmission through strict adherence to infection control procedures while handling respiratory equipment and performing treatments.
- Managed airway emergencies by providing prompt, skillful interventions such as suctioning, bronchodilator administration, and supplemental oxygen delivery.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by setting up, calibrating, and maintaining respiratory therapy equipment.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care and support under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.
- Facilitated successful weaning from mechanical ventilation using evidence-based protocols to ensure smooth transitions to spontaneous breathing patterns.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Food Concepts International
10.2008 - 02.2025
- Implemented effective timekeeping processes that ensured accurate tracking of employee hours worked.
- Managed accurate and timely payroll processing for over 500 employees across multiple states.
- Spearheaded a successful transition to a new payroll software, resulting in improved efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll data to maintain accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
- Collaborated with HR to ensure seamless onboarding of new hires into the payroll system.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, sharing knowledge, and offering assistance when needed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
South Plains College
Levelland, TX05-2025
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Airway management
- Patient assessment
- Care plan management
- Professional bedside manner
- CPR/AED
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Decision-making
- Clinical judgment
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Oxygen therapy
- Neonatal intensive care
- Noninvasive ventilation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Covenant Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Food Concepts International
10.2008 - 02.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
South Plains College
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