Elizabeth Gomez
Hoffman Estates,IL
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 12 years of experience in healthcare providing inpatient therapeutic services. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, IL
11.2013 - Current
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Respiratory Therapist
Community First Medical Center
Chicago , IL
12.2013 - Current
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, Bipap and aerosol therapy.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Transport mechanically ventilated patients to CT scan and MRI.
- Troubleshoot and run safety checks on equipment such as ventilator, Optiflows, Aervos and Bipap.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Respiratory Therapist
St. Mary Hospital
Chicago, IL
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
Respiratory Therapist
RML Specialty Hospital
Chicago, IL
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Assist in the care of trach-dependent patients
- Assist in rapid responds/cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Change trach tubes according to facilities policy for airway management with colleague/ENT doctor to prevent infections.
- Draw ABG and inform pulmonologists of values to make changes according to test results.
- Transfers trach patients to and from dialysis on their scheduled days
- Work closely with speech therapist to help with Passy muir valve placements and tolerance of device.
- Wean patients on the ventilator per protocol and per doctors direction.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
St. Augustine College
Chicago, IL05-2011
Skills
- Patient Education
- Treatment Administration
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Patient Advocacy
- Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medication Administration
- Ventilator Management
Certification
- ACLS 11/2024
- BLS 2/2026
- NRP 8/2024
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
St. Mary Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2023
Respiratory Therapist
RML Specialty Hospital
03.2018 - 08.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Community First Medical Center
12.2013 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Resurrection Medical Center
11.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
St. Augustine College
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