Juan Valenzuela
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 19 years of expertise in patient care and respiratory therapies. Adept in mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, and advanced medication administration. A results-driven healthcare professional with proven leadership in critical care settings, including NICU, PICU, and ICU. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Committed to delivering patient-centered care and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Per-Diem)
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Provide critical respiratory care in NICU, PICU, and ICU settings
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes through advanced respiratory therapies
- Monitor, assess, and adjust mechanical ventilation and oxygen delivery systems
- Ensure accurate ABG analysis and timely medication administration
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Healdsburg District Hospital
Healdsburg, CA
06.2021 - 09.2024
- Delivered comprehensive respiratory care to patients with acute and chronic conditions
- Aided in invasive and non-invasive airway management, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols
- Trained and mentored junior staff in advanced respiratory care techniques
Department Manager / Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sonoma Specialty Hospital
Sebastopol, CA
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed the Respiratory Therapy Department, overseeing staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and department efficiency
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Provided specialized respiratory care in critical care settings, focusing on individualized patient needs
Volunteer Respiratory Therapist
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Aided children with chronic respiratory needs in a supportive camp environment
- Provided respiratory care management, including ventilator support and oxygen therapy
- Educated children and staff on respiratory care best practices, promoting health and safety
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UCSF Medical Center
San Francisco, CA
09.2005 - 04.2018
- Worked in the pediatric sleep study laboratory
- Supervised and mentored junior therapists in advanced respiratory care practices
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement innovative treatment protocols
- Played a key role in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units, ensuring best practices and patient safety
Corporal / Motion Media Specialist
United States Marine Corps
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Produced and edited visual media content for training, communication, and operational purpose
- Worked collaboratively with military leaders to develop media projects that supported operational goals
- Gained strong leadership and discipline, excelling in teamwork and problem solving under pressure
- Honorable discharged
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Skyline Community College
06.2005
Skills
- Invasive and Non-Invasive Airway Management
- Mechanical Ventilation Expertise
- Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis
- NICU, PICU, and ICU Experience
- Strong Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Skills
- Time Management and Multitasking
- Excellent Communication and Team Collaboration
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Respiratory Therapist, The Painted Turtle, Summer Camp for Disabled Youth, 07/01/17, 07/01/18, Aided children with chronic respiratory needs in a supportive camp environment., Provided respiratory care management, including ventilator support and oxygen therapy., Educated children and staff on respiratory care best practices, promoting health and safety.
References
- Johanna Logue, RT, Resp. Dept. Mgr., Healdsburg District Hospital, 707-291-1013, johanna.logue@providence.org
- Miguel Estrella, RT, Resp. Dept Mgr., Sutter Novato, 707-570-6635, Mestrella1976@gmail.com
- Luis Lopez, RT, Area Mgr., PNW DME, 415-722-0026, Louieteachesnrp@gmail.com
Personal Information
Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Militaryexperience
Corporal / Motion Media Specialist, United States Marine Corps, 01/01/97, 01/01/01, Produced and edited visual media content for training, communication, and operational purposes., Worked collaboratively with military leaders to develop media projects that supported operational goals., Gained strong leadership and discipline, excelling in teamwork and problem solving under pressure., Honorable discharged.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Per-Diem)
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional
08.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Healdsburg District Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2024
Department Manager / Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sonoma Specialty Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2021
Volunteer Respiratory Therapist
07.2017 - 07.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UCSF Medical Center
09.2005 - 04.2018
Corporal / Motion Media Specialist
United States Marine Corps
01.1997 - 01.2001
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Skyline Community College