DONNA Deliman

Operated and maintained various respiratory equipment

• Administered respiratory care treatments and therapies to patients with various pulmonary conditions in NICU,ER ,ICU and floors.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and device usage.
• Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in respiratory care techniques.
• Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
• Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs and diagnoses
• Actively contributed toward achieving accreditation goals for the facility''s Respiratory Care Department by adhering to strict standards and protocols.
• Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
• Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
• Performed routine maintenance checks on respiratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning while adhering to safety protocols throughout the facility.
• Responded quickly to urgent calls for respiratory assistance, providing life-saving interventions in critical situations.
• Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
• 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.
• Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
• Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
• Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
• Manage shift,assign daily workloads,resource for all staff ,maintain equipment,perform and download sleep studies as a shift lead.
• Received employee of the quarter award from department manager in 2025.

• Supervised respiratory therapy team, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
• Developed training programs for staff, enhancing clinical skills and patient care quality.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Implemented quality assurance measures, improving compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in service delivery within the department.
• Established a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and infection control protocols.
• Contributed to the development of department policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in respiratory care standards across the organization.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through diligent monitoring of therapy practices and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinated with healthcare professionals from other disciplines for optimal patient care, integrating respiratory therapy into overall treatment plans.
• Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to provide expert input on complex cases requiring advanced respiratory support.
• Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
• Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
• Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
• Responsible for both day and night shift employee schedules

• Administered respiratory care treatments and therapies to patients with various pulmonary conditions in NICU,ICU,ER and floors.
• Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
• Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
• Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
• Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
• Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
• Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments of respiratory conditions.
• Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
• Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
• Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
• Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
• Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in respiratory care techniques.
• Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
• Responded quickly to urgent calls for respiratory assistance, providing life-saving interventions in critical situations.
• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
• 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.
• Received best clinical RCP resource in 2008.