Janessa DeJesus
Apple Valley,CA
Summary
License #46144
I am a hard working, and driven individual who truly takes pride in my work ethic and ability to deliver thorough patient care. My experience is vast and diverse, concidering my time as an RT.. I can assure that my positive attitude, willingness to take initiative, and desire for learning new skills would make me a great addition to any team. I value my ability to communicate effectively, trouble shoot respiratory equipment/devices, and critically think, which separates me from most candidates. Despite being a new Respiratory Therapist, I am confident that I have been well-trained during my employment, I have a proven understanding 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. 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.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Neo/Peds Respiratory Therapist
Children's Hospital Of Richmond At VCU
Richmond, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Performed and delivered life-saving therapies and procedures in a Level 4 NICU/PICU.
- Responded promptly to all C-sections and any critical vaginal deliveries, ready to assist in drying, stimulating the infant, as well as O2 administration.
- APGAR Scoring.
- Performed CPR/NRP on micro-premies as young as 22 weeks, where immediate resuscitation is necessary.
- Intubated micro-premies, premature infants, and term infants as needed for ventilation/oxygenation support.
- Competent in the use of High Frequency Oscillators, High Frequency JET Ventilators, Conventional Servo-I Ventilators, Astral Ventilator, Trilogy ventilator, HFNC, Bubble CPAP, NIPPV, and NAVA.
- NAVA catheter placement and vent management.
- Using Heliox and Nitric Oxide (Vero) as therapeutic gases through multiple devices and ventilators.
- Securing ETT tubes with tape or tube holders.
- Transported critical patients (neonates/pediatrics) requiring a higher level of care to our facility from surrounding hospitals via ground transport (VCU AMBULANCE).
- Educated patients and families with a variety of illnesses, including those with permanent airways.
- Operation of CPT devices and machines used for various patient disease processes.
- Facilitated communication between doctors, nurses, families, and other hospital staff members as needed.
- Administration of aerosolized treatments of mass varieties based on patients' condition or required therapies.
- Competent in the use of the Continuous Albuterol Pump delivered via Aerogen.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Desert Valley Hospital
Victorville , CA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Monitored the patient's vital signs and blood chemistry by drawing ABGs and analyzing the results.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Performed breathing treatments, oxygen therapy and aerosolized medications on patients according to physician orders.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Competent in the use of Puritan Bennett 840s and 980s.
- Competent in the use of Servo-O, Servo-I.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Ontario
Ontario, CA
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided therapeutic treatments/therapies to patients with respiratory and most operative illnesses/issues.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment/therapy.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems (Hamilton & Avea) including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician/RT orders.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Tracked changes in improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients by obtaining blood chemistry (ABG), Sputum/Gram Stain (Cultures), and monitoring vital signs and other markers.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubations/Tracheotomy’s
- Conducted EKGs, & Lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Therapeutic gas administration with several devices: Nasal Cannula, simple mask, Non-Rebreather, Oxymask, Oximizer (mustache), Ambu-bag.
- Set up , operation, and maintenance of Cool Aerosol devices; T-bar/ Aerosol Trach Collar.
- Assisted with swallow studies.
- Knowledgeable on the PMV (Passy-Mier Valve). including; Initial trials, parameters for use on Ventilator, or Cool Aerosol, and indication/contraindications.
- Assisted with both Diagnostic/Therapeutic Bronchoscopies.
- Performed weaning trials (SBT’s), in hopes to decrease ventilatory support, O2 dependency.
- Extubation/Decannulation
- Routine Trach tube changes/Downsizing.
- Conducted tracheostomy care according to accepted standards of practice.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
American Career College
Ontario, CA02.2023
High School Diploma -
Apple Valley High School
Apple Valley, CA05.2018
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Properly executing patient care documentation
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Successfully dealing with high-stress environments and situations
- Neonatal intensive care
- Pediatric intensive care
- Treatment plan development
- Critical care transport
- Patient education
- Aerosolized medication delivery
- Therapeutic gas administration
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Adapting to an unexpected event
- Patient advocacy
Education and Training
Ontario, CA,true,Apple Valley, CA,Orange, CA
Contact
Apple Valley, CA 92307
Timeline
Neo/Peds Respiratory Therapist
Children's Hospital Of Richmond At VCU
08.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Desert Valley Hospital
01.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Ontario
05.2023 - 06.2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
American Career College
High School Diploma -
Apple Valley High School
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