Joshua Pando
Alamosa,Colorado
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at UNM Hospital, excelling in airway management and arterial blood gas analysis. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective education and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality care while ensuring patient safety and adherence to treatment plans.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
San Luis Valley Regional Medicial Center
08.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
Respiratory Therapist
UNM Hospital
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
Permian Regional Medical Center
07.2014 - 12.2021
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Odessa College
Odessa, TX05-1998
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Setup of respiratory devices
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of four staff members.
- Collaborated with team of six in the development of post open heart surgery respiratory protocol.
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
San Luis Valley Regional Medicial Center
08.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
UNM Hospital
12.2021 - 06.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Permian Regional Medical Center
07.2014 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Odessa College
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