Felipe Abella
Escondido,CA
Summary
Dynamic respiratory therapist with extensive experience at Stillwater Sub-acute and Rehab, specializing in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through individualized care plans and effective communication. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and mentoring new staff, fostering a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory-therapist
Stillwater Sub-acute and Rehab
11.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and proper use of equipment.
- Assisted in training new staff on respiratory care techniques and equipment operation procedures.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Education
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
California College of San Diego
10-2018
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment setup
- Physical assessments
- Treatment administration
- Patient instruction
- Emergency medical care
- Coaching and mentoring
- Infection control
- Patient care
- Equipment cleaning
- Care planning
Languages
English
Timeline
Respiratory-therapist
Stillwater Sub-acute and Rehab
11.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
California College of San Diego