Jose Gomez
Registered Respiratory Therapist
West Liberty,IA
Summary
Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering four-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional certified in adult and pediatric critical care paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment. Looking for a PRN position within the hospital willing to learn and a team player.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Mercy One Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
2022.08 - 2023.11
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's Medical Center - SCL Health
Grand Junction, CO
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's Medical Center - SCL Health
Grand Junction, CO
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Followed hospital protocols and delivered care to patients and escalated care when appropriate.
- Became proficient in using PB980, Airvo heated high flow system and V60's.
- Performed ten solo intubations with MD present.
- Performed eight solo arterial line placements,
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Mercy One Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Became proficient in using Drager V500 within both adult and pediatric patient population.
- Was in charge of both running and analyzing blood gas samples and communicating any critical results to appropriate healthcare provider.
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
Iowa City, IA
05.2019 - 07.2021
- 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.
- Worked in adult critical care within ICU and emergency room setting doing intubations, bronchoscopy and in house transports.
- Became proficient and knowledgeable using Servo and Hamilton ventilators.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05.2019
Skills
- Physical assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- EPIC and Cerner trained
- Spanish speaking proficient
- Clear Patient Communication
Certification
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner(Iowa) - Exp 3/31/24
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner(Colorado)- Exp- 8/31/24
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS and ACLS
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's Medical Center - SCL Health
02.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Mercy One Medical Center
2022.08 - 2023.11
Travel Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's Medical Center - SCL Health
01.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Mercy One Medical Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
05.2019 - 07.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kirkwood Community College
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