Jerome Martinez
Aliso Viejo
Summary
Registered respiratory therapist specializing in NICU ventilation management and critical care support. Proven track record of enhancing patient recovery through meticulous attention to detail and effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center
Laguna Hills
2019 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies to enhance patient recovery under physician direction.
- Operated ventilators and respiratory equipment, ensuring optimal patient ventilation and safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create patient care plans, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing critical care support.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
Registered Respiratory Therapist/NICU Core RT/Lead
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
College Station
2014 - 2019
- Evaluated patients for respiratory deficiencies and abnormalities, guiding medical decisions that addressed critical health needs.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Administered therapeutic treatments for respiratory illnesses, improving patient comfort and recovery through oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy, and airway clearance techniques.
- Provided support during emergency situations to stabilize respiratory distress cases.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
Respiratory Therapist/NICU Core RT/Lead RT
College Station Medical Center
College Station
2010 - 2018
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with various pulmonary conditions.
- Assisted in emergency procedures for critical respiratory cases.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans to improve therapeutic outcomes.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2010
Basic Military Training
United States Navy01-2002
Skills
- Ventilation management
- Intubation skills
- Airway expertise
- Tracheostomy management
- High-frequency ventilation
- Blood gas analysis
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Patient monitoring
- Critical care support
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Emergency response
- Attention to detail
- Neonatal care
- Airway expertise
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center
2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist/NICU Core RT/Lead
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
2014 - 2019
Respiratory Therapist/NICU Core RT/Lead RT
College Station Medical Center
2010 - 2018
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Basic Military Training