Clarissa Mendez
McFarland,Ca
Summary
Comfortable in fast pace emergency situation and adept in crisis management. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and committed to providing a patient with outstanding care and support to help improve quality of life.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Sierra View Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs.
- Perform routine tracheostomy care.
Respiratory Therapist
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Managed and operated BiPAP machines and High Flows to deliver airway management.
Laboratory Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 12.2022
- Obtain Blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Follow infection control and safety procedures and carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Prepare blood collecting equipment, draw blood and safely store and transport samples
- Build trust and minimize patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures while effectively collecting blood specimens
- Work collaboratively with patients, health care providers and patient support department to ensure a high quality of service
- Familiar with Cerner/power chart program
Education
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA05.2022
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Advocacy
- Equipment Setup
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- RRT - #45153 - exp 7/2024
- BLS - exp 12/2025
- ACLS - exp 12/2025
- PALS - exp 12/2025
- NRP - exp 12/2025
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Sierra View Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
- RRT - #45153 - exp 7/2024
- BLS - exp 12/2025
- ACLS - exp 12/2025
- PALS - exp 12/2025
- NRP - exp 12/2025
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