Eid Saleh
Ft. Pierce
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist Supervisor skilled in ECMO, NICU transport, and advanced respiratory support. Proven ability to lead teams, enhance patient care protocols, and achieve high satisfaction ratings through effective parent education.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist Supervisor
HCA Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
Ft. Pierce
05.2007 - Current
- Jointly managed supervisor responsibilities while performing full assignments as a respiratory therapist.
- Provided specialized critical care and respiratory support in NICU, utilizing conventional, jet, and oscillator ventilation.
- Initiated and maintained nitric oxide therapy, high-flow oxygen therapy, and bubble CPAP in NICU.
- Attended high-risk deliveries, including multiples and micro-preemies, administering surfactant post-birth.
- Educated parents on neonatal respiratory care plans, achieving a 100% satisfaction rating.
- Collaborated with neonatologists and nurses during high-risk situations; trained respiratory therapists to enhance competencies.
- Supervised respiratory therapy team, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality assurance initiatives.
- Coordinated patient care plans with healthcare staff and monitored equipment for safety compliance.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HCA Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
Ft. Pierce
09.2004 - 05.2007
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments across all hospital units, including critical care settings.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting therapies to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to formulate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Provided emergency respiratory support during critical situations and cardiac arrest.
- Educated patients and families on effective respiratory health management strategies.
- Operated advanced respiratory equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to evaluate lung function and oxygen saturation levels.
- Trained new staff on departmental protocols and operational procedures for equipment.
EKG Technician
HCA Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
Fort Pierce
12.2003 - 09.2004
- Operated EKG machines to accurately record heart's electrical activity.
- Monitored electrocardiograms for abnormalities in patient heart rhythms.
- Prepared patients for EKG tests, enhancing understanding of procedures and ensuring comfort during testing.
- Documented patient information and test results in electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for ongoing patient care.
- Maintained and calibrated EKG equipment for accurate results.
- Collaborated with medical staff to review patient findings and contribute to comprehensive care plans.
- Ensured compliance with hospital protocols during testing procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients about test purposes and answered questions.
Education
Registered Respiratory Therapist -
Indian River State College
Fort Pierce, Fl09-2004
Skills
- Specialty trained in ECMO
- Specialty trained in NICU transport
- Specialty trained in EEGs
- Critical care management
- NRP
- PALS
- BLS/ACLS
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist Supervisor
HCA Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
05.2007 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HCA Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
09.2004 - 05.2007
EKG Technician
HCA Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
12.2003 - 09.2004
Registered Respiratory Therapist -
Indian River State College