Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic testing, and therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Attendant
Private Client
06.2024 - Current
Provide in home supervision for an Autistic adult.
Help with daily activities such as cooking and daily lifeskills.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital
06.2007 - 11.2018
Cared for patients by providing respiratory treatments in the Adult ICU, Pediatric ICU, and Emergency rooms
Managed ventilators, delivered various breathing treatments, drew arterial blood gases
Explained respiratory diagnosis information, treatments and prescription instructions to patients
Maintained patient medical records with effectiveness and health outcomes
Provided ongoing care to patients requiring oxygen, CPAP and BiPAP setups
Reviewed medical records for each patient and collaborated with nursing team to adjust and optimize respiratory therapies
Implemented individualized care plans based upon each patient's unique needs and instructions from supervising physician
Team leader liaison during shift to therapist, Dr.'s and nurses
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Dell Seton Medical Center At The University Of Tx
02.2000 - 06.2007
Provided therapy to patients with pulmonary illnesses and diseases. Including: nebulizer treatments, non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation, and many other therapeutic modalities.
Experience in working with patients in ER, PICU, NICU
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed.
Providing all respiratory duties from previous hospital as well.
Receptionist
Carr Lane Drill Bushing
06.1991 - 10.1996
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12-1999
Skills
Respiratory treatments
Creating patient care plans
Educating patients
Documenting patient information
Individualized treatment plans
Instructions and cleaning procedures
Paperwork and charting
Equipment Operation
Aerosol therapy
Direct patient care
Airway management
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Pediatric care
Certification
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Timeline
Patient Care Attendant
Private Client
06.2024 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital
06.2007 - 11.2018
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Dell Seton Medical Center At The University Of Tx
02.2000 - 06.2007
Receptionist
Carr Lane Drill Bushing
06.1991 - 10.1996
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Texas State University
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