GWENDOLYN TELLES-GONZALES
FORT WORTH,TX
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Cook Children's Medical Center, excelling in airway management and patient education. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through expert ventilation support and by fostering self-care practices. Skilled in pediatric respiratory care and advocacy, significantly enhancing patient care quality. Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering 12 year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional certified in Emergency room, ICU, and stepdown units paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
Respiratory Therapist
Aequor Healthcare Services
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided timely and accurate documentation of all pediatric respiratory therapy sessions, ensuring proper billing and compliance with hospital policies.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop strategies for weaning patients off mechanical ventilation safely and efficiently.
- Acted as an advocate for pediatric patients within the healthcare system by communicating their unique needs effectively to other providers involved in their care journey.
- Administered medications via inhalation or oral routes as prescribed by physicians, monitoring patient response closely to adjust therapy as necessary.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Cook Children's Medical Center
05.2012 - 01.2022
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TXTarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TXHigh School Diploma -
Paschal High School
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Emergency medical care
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Aequor Healthcare Services
01.2022 - 11.2022
Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Cook Children's Medical Center
05.2012 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Weatherford College
Tarrant County College District
High School Diploma -
Paschal High School
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