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JULIANA M PENDLETON-ZAMORA

FOSTER CITY ,CA

Summary

Confident and well-trained Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 15 years of experience providing inpatient therapeutic services. Adept at managing COPD, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure and other chronic conditions. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about proper use, maintenance and safety of respiratory equipment. Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

San Mateo Medical Center
San Mateo, CA
02.2021 - Current
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
  • Provided artificial respiration, and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Followed physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
  • Provided education related to respiratory diseases and disorders.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
  • Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
  • Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
  • Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
  • Assist physician with endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
  • Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
  • Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
  • Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
  • Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
  • Ordered medical supplies necessary for providing quality respiratory care services.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas.
  • Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
  • Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
  • Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

VA Medical center San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
05.2009 - 06.2021
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
  • Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
  • Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.

Assisted physician with endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.

  • Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
  • Tracked changes in ABG, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Kaplan College - Stockton
Modseto, CA
02-2009

Associate of Science - General Studies

Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA
05-2008

Skills

  • Assess, plan and provide individual care for patients in compliance with physician's orders
  • Administer all respiratory care and diagnostic procedures and techniques including but not limited to: oxygen, humidity and Aerosol Therapy, bronchopulmonary segmental drainage, intermittent positive pressure breathing, sustained maximal inspiration and continuous mechanical ventilation, end total CO2 monitoring, and pulse oximetry
  • Perform special respiratory care such as: bedside monitoring, evaluation of cardio-respiratory performance, management on and weaning from mechanical ventilation, and advanced life support or intensive care support
  • Advise physicians, other medical staff or administrative staff of clinical problems or patients requiring further evaluation
  • Perform CPR
  • Administer drugs in accordance with departmental procedures
  • Perform pulmonary function testing
  • Perform oxygen and equipment rounds; troubleshoot equipment problems; perform regular equipment maintenance, preparation, cleaning and sterilization
  • Collect and interpret arterial blood gases
  • Document respiratory care procedures in medical records
  • Attend in-service educational classes
  • Provide patient and family education
  • Ensure compliance and participate in quality assurance programs
  • Assist other staff with complex treatment modalities or in difficult clinical situations
  • Perform related duties as assigned
  • Infection Control compliance
  • Professional and caring Bedside Manner

Certification

  • CALIFORNIA REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST LICENSE # 28692
  • NATIONAL BROARD OF RESPIRATORY CARE LICENSE # 110083
  • ALCS
  • BLS
  • PALS

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

San Mateo Medical Center
02.2021 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

VA Medical center San Francisco
05.2009 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Kaplan College - Stockton

Associate of Science - General Studies

Modesto Junior College
  • CALIFORNIA REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST LICENSE # 28692
  • NATIONAL BROARD OF RESPIRATORY CARE LICENSE # 110083
  • ALCS
  • BLS
  • PALS
JULIANA M PENDLETON-ZAMORA