JERMAL JACKSON

Work History

Director of Clinical Education

San Juan College

06.2023 - Current

Built, maintained and supported culture that fostered productive working relationships, desired patient outcomes and organizational goals.
Partnered with vendors and outside consultants to schedule training for new equipment, protocols, medication and documentation forms.
Oversaw program-wide education, supported evidence-based practice and achieved educational outcomes through safe, focused care.
Collaborated with departments, assessed educational needs of staff and implemented needed in-servicing and education.
Determined course schedules and coordinated teaching assignments and room assignments to optimize use of buildings and equipment.
Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

San Juan Regional Medical Center

03.2023 - 06.2023

Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Colorado Children's Hospital Anshutz Campus

11.2022 - 03.2023

Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital

07.2022 - 11.2022

Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

University Of New Mexico Hospital

09.2021 - 09.2022

Provided bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Performed treatments for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Verified proper set-up and management of ventilators for both neonatal and pediatric patients.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

CHRISTUS St. Vincent

07.2020 - 09.2022

Provided bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Performed treatments for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Educated patients and families on the proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.

Emergency Medical Technician

AMR Ambulance

02.2019 - 03.2022

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to critically ill and injured, and to transport or transfer patients to medical facilities. Performed basic and advanced diagnostic and interventions to provide care and transition to definitive care.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory
Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival
Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.

Anesthesia Technician, Pediatics

University of New Mexico Hospital

03.2016 - 04.2021

Maintains equipment and supplies for anesthesia provider.
Stocks medications and supplies in anesthesia carts in operating room.
Sets up equipment prior to case and assists in turn over for subsequent cases.
Assists with induction and recovery of patients in OR cases.
Performs a variety of additional support functions within a surgical unit.
Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.

Emergency Medical Technician

Superior Ambulance.Service

03.2015 - 09.2016

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to critically ill and injured, and to transport or transfer patients to a medical facility.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
Trained new EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting
Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.

Patient Service Technician

University of New Mexico Hospital

09.2015 - 03.2016

Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
Prepared patients for surgery or diagnostic testing by assessing actual and potential health problems and facilitating implementation and communication of perioperative plan of care.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.

Customer Service Representative

03.2015 - 09.2015

Answer over 100 inbound customer calls for service regarding private label credit cards.
Process limited financial adjustments.

Police Officer

Village Of Corrales

10.2014 - 03.2015

Perform general police duties.
Investigate calls for service.
Provide court room testimony.
Enforce New Mexico criminal and traffic statutes.
Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.

Deputy Sheriff

County of Bernalillo

02.2006 - 07.2014

Perform general police duties.
Investigate calls for service.
Provide court room testimony.
Enforce New Mexico criminal and traffic statutes.
Conduct and arrange monthly tac plans and training.
Complete payroll.
Discipline as needed.
Write performance evaluations and performance improvement plans.
Provide an environment for growth and development.
Exercise powers of arrest as needed per incident under NM state statutes.
Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.

Police Dispatcher

Boston Police Department

04.2004 - 02.2006

Operate a multi-line telephone console system, alerting system, and TDD system for the deaf and hearing-impaired.
Translate information to t appropriate codes.
Determine and assign the level of priority of the call and enter the data into a computer-aided dispatch system for radio dispatch purposes.
Monitor and operate a radio console and computer equipment.
Ask questions to interpret, analyze and anticipate the caller's situation as to resolve problems, provide information, dispatch emergency services, or refer callers to other agencies.
Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.
Used specialized software to track and maintain case incident numbers and logs.

Special Officer

Alliance Security

03.2003 - 12.2005

Perform interior and exterior patrols of assigned properties.
Provide law enforcement presence at assigned locations.
May arrest violators of MA criminal statutes.
Prepare and write reports prior to the end of shift.

Customer Service Representative

Manulife Financial

01.2002 - 04.2004

Answer inbound calls for service from sales agents and clients pertaining to accounts.
Execute financial transaction on said accounts.
Provide sales support to agents and brokers.

Customer Service Manager

John Hancock Financial

04.1998 - 12.2002

Answer inbound calls for service from sales agents and clients pertaining to accounts.
Execute financial transaction on said accounts.
Provide sales support to agents and brokers.
Became license in Series 6, 63, Loma I, II.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Director of Clinical Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Emergency Medical Technician

Anesthesia Technician, Pediatics

Emergency Medical Technician

Patient Service Technician

Customer Service Representative

Police Officer

Deputy Sheriff

Police Dispatcher

Special Officer

Customer Service Representative

Customer Service Manager

Education

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

No Degree - Prenursing Studies

Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced

Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Skills

Affiliations

Certification

Timeline

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