Carola Herrera

• Placing patient on vent, maintaining airways,

• Worked as part of a team while in codes provide ventilation through AB bag.

• Expertise with PB 840, PB 980, V60, Cough assist, Optiflow,

• Provided excellent service while monitoring patients for adverse effects, including changes in

vital signs and lung compliance on critical and non-critical patients.

• Proficient in preparing and utilizing all aerosol and sterile suction devices.

• Worked cross-functionally as part of a team on intubation during emergent and control

environments

• Trach care and trach change periodically. Part of codes with healthcare team and first responders• Maintain airway on trach to vent and/or humidified trach collars.• Provided to great importance to trach care to prevent mucus plugs.

LEAD RT (night shift ) was responsible all RT dept. duties during shift

• Placing patient on vent, maintaining airways,

• Worked as part of a team while in codes provide ventilation through AB bag.

• Expertise with PB 840, V60, Cough assist, Optiflow, vest therapy,

• Provided excellent service while monitoring patients for adverse effects, including changes in

vital signs and lung compliance on critical and non-critical patients.

• Proficient in preparing and utilizing all aerosol and sterile suction devices.

• Worked cross-functionally as part of a team on intubation during

• Initiated emergency medical interventions according to established protocols when necessary
• Recognized potential problems quickly and took corrective action where needed
• Ensured compliance with departmental policies and procedures as well as relevant regulatory requirements
• Administered chest physiotherapy techniques like percussion, vibration and postural drainage
• Managed ventilator settings, monitored oxygen saturation levels and administered aerosolized medications
• Instructed patients in diaphragmatic and pursed lip breathing to facilitate exercise programs
• Provided comprehensive patient education to ensure successful home treatment program
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Adapted quickly when faced with changes or unexpected developments during shift hours
• Demonstrated proficiency in using various software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
• Coordinated with other departments on projects related to product promotions or special events