Dolores Cole
Respiratory Therapist
Spokane,WA
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 18 years of experience in general, adult acute, adult critical, pediatric, mother/baby and emergency healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation, airway management, and both invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Mynela Staffing, TLC Travel Staff and Swipejobs
02.2023 - Current
- Assigned to ConfluenceHealth Hospital in Wenatchee, Wa.
- Performed regular diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, contributing valuable data to inform clinical decisionmaking.
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Applied critical thinking skills to problem solve complex respiratory situations, contributing to more efficient and effective treatment strategies.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education seminars and conferences relevant to the field of Respiratory Therapy.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
NuWest
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Assigned to EvergreenHealth Hospital in Monroe, Washington
- Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams regarding respiratory therapy plan adjustments or modifications needed based on changing circumstances or condition improvements.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Applied critical thinking skills to problem solve complex respiratory situations, contributing to more efficient and effective treatment strategies.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
NuWest Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Assigned to Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Host Healthcare
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Assigned to New Mexico University Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- 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.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures, including patient assessments and both emergent and controlled intubations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management.
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Holy Family Hospital
06.2007 - 02.2019
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses in emergency, acute and critical areas by conducting assessments and providing a plan of care
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other medical professionals to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards
- Aided physicians with various procedures, including ventilator management and intubations
- Communicated extensively with patients to provide assistance, support and instructions
- Administered medication and ventilatory support (invasive and non-invasive)including maintenance and management of life support systems
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA06.2007
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA06.2003
Skills
Patient Assessment
Secretion Clearance
Airway Management
Oxygen Therapy
ER/Rapid Response
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Aerosol Drug Administration
Mechanical Ventilation (Invasive and Non-Invasive)
Critical Care
Therapeutic Care
Arterial Puncture
JACHO Compliant
- Patient Care Documentation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Computer Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Strong clinical judgment
- Organization and Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) exp. July 2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) January 2027
- PALS-pending
- NRP- pending
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Mynela Staffing, TLC Travel Staff and Swipejobs
02.2023 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
NuWest
09.2022 - 02.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
NuWest Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Host Healthcare
02.2021 - 01.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Holy Family Hospital
06.2007 - 02.2019
- Basic Life Support (BLS) exp. July 2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) January 2027
- PALS-pending
- NRP- pending
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Spokane Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Spokane Community College
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