Jessica Liu
Corona,CA
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Care Practitioner offering 16 years of medical experience providing outstanding respiratory healthcare to patients. Talented in assessing patients, developing comprehensive respiratory treatment plans, carefully monitoring treatment effectiveness and educating patients for better health condition maintenance. Expert in measuring patient health status to guide treatment and provide ideal outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner III
Kaiser Permanente-Irvine Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings to both Neonatal and Adult population
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs and diagnoses.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educate new Respiratory Therapists and students how to operate different types of ventilators and equipments for airway clearance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Respiratory Care Practitioner III
Children's Hospital of Orange County
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed effective strategies for managing patient caseload, prioritizing needs of critically ill patients while still providing optimal care for all in Neonatal, Extreme Low Birth Weight and Pediatric populations
- Establish appropriate intervention with physicians based on blood gas interpretation.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions
Respiratory Care Coordinator- Clinical Educator
Kaiser Permanente- Irvine Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Educate new Respiratory Therapists and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Educated and trained team on new ventilator, respiratory equipments and procedures to enhance professional growth, developments and skillset
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
- Plan, organize and implement annual skills for Respiratory Therapists to maintain competency
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Integrate evidence-based discussion with critical care teams and physicians to ensure high-quality care.
- Collaborate with nursing leaderships to provide in-service on new respiratory equipment with RNs.
- Project-based management involving care team, physicians, Unit Base Team (UBT), and allied hospital educators.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Respiratory Care Practitioner III
Kaiser Permanente-Irvine Medical Center
02.2010 - 01.2020
- Collaborate with physicians, establish appropriate treatments, methods and monitor physiological response in both Neonatal, Pediatric and Adult population.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of respiratory care.
- Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Respiratory Care Practitioner II
Children's Hospital of Orange County
09.2008 - 04.2015
- Provide emergency, high risk labor and delivery care including artificial respiration, intubation, and assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Proficient in Extreme Low-Birth Weight (ELBW), NICU, PICU, CVICU, OICU, ED, Oncology, Med/Surg unit, primary responder for ELBW, high risk labor and delivery
- Educate patients and families on appropriate disease management and proper administration of medications.
- Educated families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, NY05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA06.2005
Skills
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (RRT-NPS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Ethical Practice
- Equipment Setup
- Educating patients
- Staff education and training
License
RRT-NPS
Leadership Experience
- Vice President, c/o 2008 Respiratory Care, 2006, 2008
- Student Ambassador, Respiratory Care Department, 2007, 2008
- Judicial Committee, Undergraduate Student Council, 2007, 2008
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner III
Children's Hospital of Orange County
02.2022 - 10.2022
Respiratory Care Practitioner III
Kaiser Permanente-Irvine Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Respiratory Care Coordinator- Clinical Educator
Kaiser Permanente- Irvine Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2022
Respiratory Care Practitioner III
Kaiser Permanente-Irvine Medical Center
02.2010 - 01.2020
Respiratory Care Practitioner II
Children's Hospital of Orange County
09.2008 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
California State University - Northridge
Similar Profiles
Ann Beverly, RN, OCN, PCCNAnn Beverly, RN, OCN, PCCN
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Kaiser Permanente, Irvine Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Kaiser Permanente, Irvine Medical Center
Carlota HatzkilsonCarlota Hatzkilson
Inpatient Case Manager / Bed Utilization CM /ER CM at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical CenterInpatient Case Manager / Bed Utilization CM /ER CM at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center
Michele CustodioMichele Custodio
Staff RN at Kaiser Permanente-OC Irvine Medical CenterStaff RN at Kaiser Permanente-OC Irvine Medical Center