Etenesh Mekonnen
Respiratory Therapist
Washington,DC
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Respiratory Therapy position. Ready to help team achieve hospital goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
03.2017 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
CNA
Hebrew Home Of Greater Washington
Rockville, MD
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of District of Columbia
Washington, District Of Columbia 05.2022 - 05.2022
Skills
Feeding assistance
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Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of District of Columbia
05.2022 - 05.2022
Patient Care Technician
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
03.2017 - Current
CNA
Hebrew Home Of Greater Washington
01.2014 - 02.2017
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