Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with strong skills in mechanical ventilation, patient assessment, and respiratory therapy. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and education.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
University Miami Hospital
Miami, FL
10.2012 - Current
Administered respiratory treatments to patients with various pulmonary conditions.
Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted therapies as necessary.
Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
Respiratory Technician
Jackson Memorial Hospital
North Miami Beach, Florida
03.2003 - Current
Administered respiratory treatments and therapies for diverse patient populations.
Assessed patient response to therapies administered and recorded observations accurately.
Educated patients about lifestyle modifications necessary for managing their respiratory conditions.
Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Provided support services to families of critically ill patients undergoing intensive care treatment.