Charlene Kabambi
Hayward,CA
Summary
Recent graduate of a Respiratory Care Program with hands-on experience in delivering high-quality patient care across diverse settings. Possesses in-depth knowledge of diagnosing, treating, and managing cardiopulmonary conditions, complemented by a strong ability to foster relationships with patients, families, and colleagues to achieve optimal outcomes. Committed to teamwork and prioritizing patient safety while providing compassionate, evidence-based respiratory care. Eager to leverage a solid foundation in patient care and a keen interest in respiratory health to excel in the Registered Respiratory Care role, with readiness to acquire new clinical skills swiftly.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fee Basis Registered Respiratory Therapist
VA Medical Center
Palo Alto, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient responses to interventions, adjusting treatments as necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- 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.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
San Leandro, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies including nebulization and chest physiotherapy to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and oxygen levels to ensure effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and device usage for enhanced self-care.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance with healthcare standards.
- Conducted equipment checks and maintenance to ensure optimal functionality of respiratory devices.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs and diagnoses.
- Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center
Alameda, CA
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Responded quickly to urgent calls for respiratory assistance, providing life-saving interventions in critical situations.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on respiratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning while adhering to safety protocols throughout the facility.
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Respiratory Therapy Student
San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center
04.2024 - 06.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Palo Alto
01.2024 - 03.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
Santa Clara
09.2023 - 12.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student
O'Connor Hospital
San Jose, CA
06.2023 - 07.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student
VA Medical Center
Palo Alto
04.2023 - 05.2023
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy Care
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA06-2024
Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
International School of Nursing
Milpitas, CA01-2011
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Protestant University of Congo (UPC)
DR Congo09-2004
Skills
- Airway clearance techniques
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Critical thinking abilities
- Tracheostomy Care
- Physical assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Care Plan Management
- Respiratory equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Bronchial hygiene
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Respiratory medication administration
- Ethics and professionalism
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records
- Medication administration
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Oxygen therapy
- Team collaboration
- Professional bedside manner
- Treatment administration
- Patient care
Accomplishments
- Breath California College Volunteer Liaison. San Jose, 2023
- Cystic Fibrosis Research Institute Volunteer Liaison, Palo Alto, 2023
- Contact Tracing and case Investigation for Covid-19. Santa Clara, 2020-2021
Certification
- BLS (2023)
- ACLS (2024)
- PALS (2024)
- NRP (2023)
Languages
French
Professional
English
Professional
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
Fee Basis Registered Respiratory Therapist
VA Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
07.2025 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center
02.2025 - 07.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student
San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center
04.2024 - 06.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
09.2023 - 12.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student
O'Connor Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student
VA Medical Center
04.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
International School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Protestant University of Congo (UPC)
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy Care
Foothill College