Clarence Antoine
Poway,CA
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic testing, and therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista
09.2017 - Current
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls, and immediately initiated treatment.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, and positive pressure equipment. Initiated cough assistance such as intrapulmonary percussive ventilation, and chest physical therapy via vest or G5 percussor. Initiated Hi-Flow devices to patients who require more oxygen.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management and intubations.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully assisting with endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Skilled at drawing arterial blood gases and interpreting results.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Respiratory Therapist
Promise Hospital of San Diego
03.2008 - 04.2017
- Assisted in the care of patients with respiratory diseases (i.e., asthma, chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, COPD, emphysema, lung cancer, etc.).
- Worked as part of a team of physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to manage patient care.
- 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.
- Inspected, cleaned, tested, and maintained respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, ordered repairs when necessary.
- Experienced in the intensive care unit. Monitored 4-5 patients on ventilators.
- Provided aerosolized medication delivery for treatment and sputum induction for diagnostic evaluation.
- Assisted in training of pulmonary fellows and supported staff in the proper use and care of equipment.
- Skillful in drawing arterial blood gases and interpreting results.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
California College of Health Science
National City, CA01-2002
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Medication/Treatment administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Emergency medical care
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Certified respiratory therapist
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista
09.2017 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Promise Hospital of San Diego
03.2008 - 04.2017
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
California College of Health Science
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