Kayla Camarena
Enid,OK
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at St Mary's Regional Medical Center, excelling in airway management and mechanical ventilation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Skilled in emergency medical care and committed to continuous education, ensuring adherence to best practices in respiratory health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
03.2016 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- 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.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Kept abreast of industry advancements by attending continuing education courses, maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Coordinated with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to address psychosocial factors impacting respiratory health.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management, and intubations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Northern Oklahoma College
Enid, OK07-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Autry Technology Center
Enid, OK07-2016
Associate of Science - Science
Northern Oklahoma College
Enid, OK05-2014
General Studies
Enid High School
Enid, OK05-2009
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Emergency medical care
- Intubation
- Neonatal intensive care
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
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- acls
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Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
03.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Northern Oklahoma College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Autry Technology Center
Associate of Science - Science
Northern Oklahoma College
General Studies
Enid High School
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