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GRANT VEA
HAYWARD,California
Summary
Committed Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead recognized for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient assessment, mechanical ventilation management, and emergency respiratory care. Excel in leadership, communication, and teamwork to improve patient outcomes and foster a supportive environment.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, CA
07.2016 - Current
- Supervised respiratory therapy team in critical care settings.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on respiratory care procedures and protocols.
- Served as a resource for clinical staff regarding best practices pertaining to respiration treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Rose Hospital
Hayward, California
10.2015 - 08.2022
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with various pulmonary conditions.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as spirometry and arterial blood gas analysis.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Washington Hospital
Fremont, California
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators, managing critical care duties to support patients in respiratory distress.
- Maintained patient airways through endotracheal intubation, ensuring effective ventilation and oxygenation.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Administered respiratory therapies to enhance patient outcomes for various pulmonary conditions.
Emergency Room Technician
St. Rose Hospital
Hayward, California
08.2004 - 09.2015
- Maintained and organized emergency room supplies and equipment inventory.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided basic life support and first aid during emergencies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Facilitated communication between nurses, physicians and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Boise State University
Boise, ID08-2026
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05-2014
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Critical care
- Adult respiratory care
- Respiratory care protocols
- Clinical procedures
- Emergency response
- Emergency management
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety protocols
- Operational management
- Team collaboration
- Training mentorship
- Communication skills
- Patient support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tongan
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- RRT-NPS
- Respiratory Care Practitioner
Accomplishments
- Respiratory Care Practitioner of the Year 2023
- Respiratory Care Practitioner Pedal Award 2026
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Kaiser Permanente
07.2016 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Rose Hospital
10.2015 - 08.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Washington Hospital
06.2015 - 09.2017
Emergency Room Technician
St. Rose Hospital
08.2004 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Boise State University
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Ohlone College