Christian Palacio
Lufkin,TX
Summary
Detail- orientated and dedicated Certified Respiratory Therapist, leveraging in- depth knowledge of various respiratory therapy procedures to provide exemplary patient care. Currently seeking a position as a CRT which will effectively utilize all acquired skills, abilities, and professionalism. Primary experience in both COVID ICU and ICU.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Hunstville Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Work primarily COVID ICU and ICU.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- 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.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
01.2021 - Current
- Seasoned respiratory therapist in both COVID ICU and ICU.
- Set up and operated devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration such as CPAP and BIPAP, and also aerosol nebulizers.
- Provided emergency care, including artificial respiration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consulted with physician or clinical instructor if adverse reactions occurred.
- Inspected, cleaned, tested and maintained respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
- Educated patients and their families about their conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
- Carried out regular tracheostomy care, suctioning, and recruitment maneuvers for patients requiring long term ventilation assistance. Also carried out regular oral airway care on patients set up on a ventilator.
- 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.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX05.2019
High School Diploma -
Diboll High School
Diboll, TX05.2015
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Comprehensive knowledge of all clinical aspects of Respiratory Care
- Comprehensive knowledge of Respiratory Care Department Policies and Procedures
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Bilingual- Speaks proper and efficient English and Spanish
- Performing ABG's
- Performing EKG's or ECG's
- Maintaining artificial airways
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Passionate about helping out patient's
- Excellent team member and able to take direction plus advice from team members
- Strong attention to detail
- Up to date on all treatments and technology
- Patient and family advocacy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Spirometer reading
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Fully Vaccinated COVID-19
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Hunstville Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
01.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Angelina College
High School Diploma -
Diboll High School
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Fully Vaccinated COVID-19
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