Candice Henricks
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of acute and chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, bronchitis, CF, and ILD.
Seasoned Travel Respiratory Therapist with years of diverse ICU experience in healthcare settings. Worked in multiple level one trauma centers/ teaching facilities. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation, and airway management. Successful at implementing the best and safest practices in fast-paced environments.
Works well with full medical team. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support.
Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Excels at educating patients and family members. Responsible, punctual, and productive at all times.
Compassionate and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients with pulmonary disorders. Expertise in maintaining diverse respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist RRT
Medical Solutions -Banner Estrella Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Maintained state-of-the-art knowledge in respiratory therapy techniques, ensuring application of latest evidence-based practices.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Respiratory Therapist RRT
Medical Solutions- St. Joseph Hosptial
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Maintained state-of-the-art knowledge in respiratory therapy techniques, ensuring application of latest evidence-based practices.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring access to latest therapeutic options and support services.
- Optimized respiratory equipment usage, conducting regular maintenance and calibration for peak performance.
- Increased patient comfort with compassionate care and effective communication, ensuring understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure, resulting in stabilized conditions and improved outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication between colleagues and actively participating in team meetings.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare- St. Luke’s Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Level One Trauma Center- 630 Bed
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Consistently responded to Code Blue and Rapid Response team.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mynela Staffing-St. Joseph Hospital Medical Center
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Level 1 Trauma Center- 607 Bed
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
- Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Responded to emergency codes and immediately initiated treatment.
- iEPO and nitric management
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Level 1 Tauma Center- 1900 Bed
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare- Methodist Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Level 1 Trauma Center- 1536 Bed
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Care Technician
Cox Medical Center South
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Level 1 Trauma Center- 563 Bed
- Questioned patients about medical backgrounds to obtain accurate health history data and optimize treatment plans.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home.
- Oversaw needs of patients of all ages in long-term healthcare center, consistently providing high level of quality care.
- Adhered to strict infection control measures and verified proper cleaning and sanitation of respiratory equipment prior to each use.
- Met with nursing team members and assessed patient medical records, making appropriate changes to respiratory care and therapy to enhance outcomes.
- Setup oxygen, participate in patient transport, administering medications
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Education
Prenursing Studies
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MOPrenursing Studies
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TXAssociate of Science in Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO05.2020
High School Diploma -
St. Charles West High School
3601 Droste Rd, St. Charles, MO 633012012
Skills
- Engaging personality
- Attending to multiple people
- Interpersonal skills
- Verbal and Written communication
- Epic/Cerner/MetaTech System knowledge
- Positive and Friendly
- Compassionate and Empathetic
- Leadership
- Clear and effective communication
- Excellent work ethic
- Strong patient/client relations
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong clinical judgment
- BLS/ACLS/PALS certified
Accomplishments
- Charismatic, outgoing and driven to motivate others to succeed in reaching their goals.
- Won 3 Gold medals in Body Building at the Midwest NPC 2017, Won 1st place Jr. Nationals 2019, Won official IFBB Pro Card for body building 2019
hobbies
- Traveling
- Hiking
- Athletic Competitions
awards/ accomplishments
- Obtained over 24 hours a month in clinical work per semester in Respiratory Therapy School
- OTC is one of the highest nationally ranked schools for Respiratory Care
- Certified and Registered Respiratory Therapist
- OTC graduate in Respiratory Care
- Extensive training on multiple ventilators
- Worked at multiple level 1 trauma centers around the nation
Contact
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Education
3601 Droste Rd, St. Charles, MO 63301,Nacogdoches, TX,Saint Charles, MO,Springfield, MO
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist RRT
Medical Solutions -Banner Estrella Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist RRT
Medical Solutions- St. Joseph Hosptial
10.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare- St. Luke’s Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mynela Staffing-St. Joseph Hospital Medical Center
02.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare- Methodist Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
10.2020 - 03.2023
Respiratory Care Technician
Cox Medical Center South
09.2019 - 06.2020
Prenursing Studies
Lindenwood University
Prenursing Studies
Stephen F Austin State University
Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy
Ozarks Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Charles West High School
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