Elizabeth Suife
Florence,AZ
Summary
Recent graduate in Respiratory Therapy seeking an entry-level position where I can apply my clinical training, strong patient care skills, and dedication to improving respiratory health outcomes. Committed to providing evidence-based, compassionate care as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. I am a Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level respitory care position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Plaza Healthcare
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Performed patient assessments including vital signs, auscultation, and oxygenation monitoring under
- Administered aerosolized medications, IS therapy, PEP therapy, oxygen therapy, and chest physiotherapy.
- Gained experience with arterial blood gas sampling, analysis, and interpretation.
- Trach care, Ventilator management & long-term care.
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Chandler Regional Medical Center
Chandler, AZ
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted in administering respiratory treatments under supervision, contributing to patient recovery efforts.
- Observed and participated in procedures including intubation and mechanical ventilation support.
- Provided support during emergency situations, demonstrating adaptability and quick decision-making skills.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
- Improved patient outcomes by monitoring vital signs, blood gases, and other diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of therapy treatments.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and respiratory therapists in ICU, ER, and medical-surgical units.
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Banner Heart Hospital
Mesa, AZ
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate respiratory function and identify treatment needs.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care protocols and equipment usage.
- Promoted teamwork through effective communication with colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Assisted in rapid response teams, providing critical care in emergency situations to save lives.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Provided support during emergency situations, demonstrating adaptability and quick decision-making skills.
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Banner Gateway Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided support during emergency situations, demonstrating adaptability and quick decision-making skills.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Assisted in rapid response teams, providing critical care in emergency situations to save lives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Assisted in administering respiratory treatments under supervision, contributing to patient recovery efforts.
- Observed and participated in procedures including intubation and mechanical ventilation support.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Carrington College
Phoenix, AZ10.2025
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation management (invasive & non-invasive)
- Oxygen therapy & aerosol medication delivery
- Arterial blood gas sampling & interpretation
- Patient/family education on respiratory care
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols
- Tracheostomy care
- Bronchial hygiene therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Critical thinking
- Airway clearance techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient support
- Task prioritization
- Physical assessments
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Continuous improvement
- Time management abilities
Websites
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association – Year
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), AHA – Year
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Year if completed
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pending/Completed, NBRC
Languages
English
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Affiliations
- Member, American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
- Member, State Society for Respiratory Care
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Plaza Healthcare
08.2025 - 09.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Chandler Regional Medical Center
07.2025 - 07.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Banner Heart Hospital
07.2025 - 08.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student Intern
Banner Gateway Medical Center
10.2024 - 02.2025
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Carrington College