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Jack Nguyen

Anaheim,CA

Summary

Confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work. Qualified Respiratory Therapist Student that brings advanced knowledge of respiratory conditions affecting different populations. Focused on delivering cost-effective, top-quality and successful care based on sound practices. Expert in delivering range of treatments and managing continuous workloads.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapy Student

Kindred Hospital Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in patient assessments and physical examinations.
  • Provided educational support for patients on disease processes and treatments.
  • Performed diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests.
  • Administered aerosolized medication treatments including bronchodilators and antibiotics.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Explained treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
  • Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
  • Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
  • Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
  • Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Instructed patients on inhaler techniques and other self-care management strategies.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient encounters, treatments, medications administered.
  • Performed chest physiotherapy modalities such as percussion, vibration, postural drainage.
  • Prepared equipment for use in the operating room or intensive care units.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations requiring advanced life support measures such as intubation or mechanical ventilation.
  • Assisted with tracheostomy care including changing tubes and suctioning secretions.
  • Obtained written orders from physicians prior to initiating any new therapies or treatments.
  • Developed education materials related to asthma management or COPD prevention.
  • Continually updated knowledge base through reading professional journals and attending conferences.

Respiratory Therapy Student

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted in patient assessments and physical examinations.
  • Provided educational support for patients on disease processes and treatments.
  • Performed diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests.
  • Utilized ventilators, oxygen concentrators, CPAP and BIPAP machines, nebulizers. to treat respiratory diseases.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
  • Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
  • Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support.
  • Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
  • Continually updated knowledge base through reading professional journals and attending conferences.
  • Developed education materials related to asthma management or COPD prevention.
  • Managed daily inventory of supplies needed for the respiratory care department.
  • Obtained written orders from physicians prior to initiating any new therapies or treatments.
  • Assisted with tracheostomy care including changing tubes and suctioning secretions.
  • Performed chest physiotherapy modalities such as percussion, vibration, postural drainage.
  • Conducted research studies focused on improving respiratory therapy practices or outcomes.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to respiratory care services.
  • Instructed patients on inhaler techniques and other self-care management strategies.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient encounters, treatments, medications administered.
  • Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
  • Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.

Respiratory Therapy Student

South Coast Medical Center
Santa Ana, CA
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in patient assessments and physical examinations.
  • Provided educational support for patients on disease processes and treatments.
  • Performed diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests.
  • Utilized ventilators, oxygen concentrators, CPAP and BIPAP machines, nebulizers. to treat respiratory diseases.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported any changes to supervising physician or therapist.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Administered aerosolized medication treatments including bronchodilators and antibiotics.
  • Instructed patients on inhaler techniques and other self-care management strategies.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to respiratory care services.
  • Attended weekly departmental meetings to discuss current protocols and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient encounters, treatments, medications administered.
  • Conducted research studies focused on improving respiratory therapy practices or outcomes.

Respiratory Therapy Student

Frenchparkcarecenter
Santa Ana, CA
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Assisted in patient assessments and physical examinations.
  • Provided educational support for patients on disease processes and treatments.
  • Performed diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests.
  • Utilized ventilators, oxygen concentrators, CPAP and BIPAP machines, nebulizers. to treat respiratory diseases.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported any changes to supervising physician or therapist.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Administered aerosolized medication treatments including bronchodilators and antibiotics.
  • Instructed patients on inhaler techniques and other self-care management strategies.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to respiratory care services.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient encounters, treatments, medications administered.
  • Performed chest physiotherapy modalities such as percussion, vibration, postural drainage.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA
11.2023

High School Diploma -

Ontario High School
Ontario, CA
07.2014

Skills

  • Outpatient Care
  • Treatment Planning
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Patient Support
  • Care Plan Management
  • Patient Care Documentation
  • Respiratory Equipment Setup
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Emergency Care
  • Diagnostic Tools
  • Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Physical Assessments
  • Drug Administration Trained
  • Patient and Caregiver Education
  • Dosage Calculation
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Interpersonal Communication

Languages

English
Full Professional
Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • BLS
  • ALS
  • NRP

Timeline

Respiratory Therapy Student

Kindred Hospital Santa Ana
11.2023 - 12.2023

Respiratory Therapy Student

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
08.2023 - 10.2023

Respiratory Therapy Student

South Coast Medical Center
05.2023 - 07.2023

Respiratory Therapy Student

Frenchparkcarecenter
02.2023 - 04.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College

High School Diploma -

Ontario High School

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