Cheryl Rechel
Tigard,OR
Summary
Seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Vibra Specialty Hospital, showcasing expertise in respiratory equipment setup and a commitment to patient education. Excelled in developing patient care plans and ensuring safety compliance, demonstrating exceptional equipment maintenance skills and compassionate patient interaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Chehalem Rehab
Tigard, OR
01.2025 - Current
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Specialty Hospital
Portland, OR
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PAM Specialty Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
03.2018 - 09.2024
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Lead Respiratory Therapist
UMC Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
07.2019 - 04.2024
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Evaluated new technology related to respiratory care, including ventilators, monitors, and oxygen delivery systems for suitability for use within the facility.
- Trained new staff members on the proper use of equipment, protocols, and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UMC Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Medical Staffing Network, RT
Portland , OR
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Specialty Hospital
Portland, OR
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Vincent's Hospital
Portland , OR
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Human Resources Assistant
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Portland, OR
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Coordinated employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
- Assisted with administering employee benefit programs and worker's compensation plans.
- Managed confidential employee information with discretion and integrity.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
VA Hospital
Portland, OR
02.2011 - 10.2016
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tuality Community Hospital
Hillsboro, OR
02.2009 - 02.2011
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ12-2014
Respiratory
Pima Medical Institute
Las Vegas, NV06-2007
Skills
- Patient and caregiver education
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Outpatient care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
Affiliations
- Worked as a Lead Respiratory Therapist. Help starting a new Respiratory Therapy program at Chehalem Rehab. Worked in Level 1 Trauma Hospital., training new therapists.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Chehalem Rehab
01.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Specialty Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
Lead Respiratory Therapist
UMC Hospital
07.2019 - 04.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UMC Hospital
10.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PAM Specialty Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Medical Staffing Network, RT
10.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Specialty Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2017 - 06.2017
Human Resources Assistant
Bureau of Indian Affairs
10.2016 - 02.2017
Registered Respiratory Therapist
VA Hospital
02.2011 - 10.2016
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tuality Community Hospital
02.2009 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory
Pima Medical Institute
Respiratory
Pima Medical Institute
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