Respiratory Therapist with 3 years of clinical experience, along with being a Certified Nursing Assistant equipped with 10+ years of experience serving pediatric and adult patients in-home care, hospital, and skilled nursing facilities. Exceptional in providing care to the developmentally disabled and medically fragile. Current valid license, BLS provider, and extensive knowledge of clinical and patient practices and guidelines. Demonstrated competencies include:
Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
Interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
Educate patients on outpatient procedures including asthma treatments, taking medication, and using equipment.
Maintain client comfort
Patient care/safety
Communicate effectively with physicians, staff members, referral sources, and patients.
Comprehensive knowledge of all clinical aspects of Respiratory Care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Parkland Hospital
Dallas, TX
03.2024 - Current
Administered respiratory therapy treatments, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to protocols.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical observations and physician recommendations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting understanding of treatment options and self-care strategies.
Unit Secretary/Respiratory Therapist
Texas Rehab Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
10.2022 - 12.2025
Ensure the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patients’ status.
Essential in providing high-quality care to patients recovering from extensive surgeries.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to identify actions to ensure the orderly operation of the unit and improve patient care.
Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical observations and physician recommendations.
Unit Secretary/Patient Care Tech
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Arlington, TX
11.2018 - 12.2022
Ensure the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patients’ status.
Essential in providing high-quality care to patients recovering from extensive surgeries.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to identify actions to ensure the orderly operation of the unit and improve patient care.
Liaison with communication between patients, family members, and medical staff.
Manage a multi-line phone system/call buttons while prioritizing each patient’s needs and request.
Patient Care Tech
NEA Memorial Baptist Hospital
Jonesboro, AR
04.2015 - 06.2018
Assisted patients with physical support, bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming in accordance with the established plan.
Commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration, patient relations and consistent delivery of empathetic care.