Kelsey Llamas
Plano,TX
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Respiratory Therapist adept in patient care and medical terminology, Skilled in patient care, implementing effective treatment protocols and fostering positive patient outcomes, complemented by a teachable attitude and excellent teamwork capabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UT Southwestern
03.2025 - Current
- Adjusts respiratory treatments based on patient feedback for improved outcomes.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance respiratory care plans.
- Delivers emergency care, ensuring airway management and CPR effectiveness.
- Monitors therapy progress, adjusting for optimal patient results.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Charlton
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed ventilators to meet patient requirements in changing environments.
- Administered treatments accurately to boost patient recovery.
- Implemented advanced breathing strategies to support varied patient needs.
- Solved complex respiratory issues in high-pressure environments.
- Contributed to improved respiratory health in fast-paced medical settings.
Respiratory Therapist
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Interpret physician orders to tailor respiratory treatments, ensuring patient understanding.
- Boost patient adherence by clearly explaining procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintain equipment reliability through routine checks and cleaning.
- Assess and modify respiratory therapies based on patient responses.
Respiratory Therapist
Ascension: Seton Williamson
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Deliver skilled emergency care, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
- Manage airways effectively, enhancing respiratory support for critical patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Ensure respiratory equipment functionality through routine checks and maintenance.
- Monitor therapy sessions, adjusting treatments to achieve measurable improvements.
911- Dispatcher
Bell County Communications Center
05.2019 - 04.2023
- Facilitated real-time communication with first responders, ensuring swift incident resolution.
- Coordinated emergency operations, enhancing response efficiency through precise radio updates.
- Collaborated with agencies for mutual aid, optimizing resource allocation during crises.
- Adapted to dynamic situations, improving response accuracy with timely information updates.
- Utilized mapping tools for accurate caller location, directing responders effectively.
Respiratory Care Assistant
Baylor Scott and White Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored vital signs, reported abnormalities, enhanced patient safety.
- Documented therapy responses, improved treatment plans.
- Applied chest physiotherapy, aided airway clearance.
- Documented patient treatment responses with precision while assisting respiratory therapists in delivering comprehensive care during critical respiratory emergencies.
EMT
Temple EMS
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Responded to emergency calls, delivering critical care in high-pressure scenarios.
- Managed triage during mass casualty events, ensuring efficient prioritization of care.
- Administered CPR and AEDs successfully to patients in urgent situations.
ER Tech
Premier ER
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Provided immediate care in emergencies, ensuring patient safety and swift response.
- Accurately entered patient data into E.IMR, enhancing record precision.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, ensuring readiness for new arrivals.
- Conducted EKGs and diagnostic tests under supervision, aiding in patient assessment.
- Operated medical equipment during emergencies, contributing to effective patient care.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Health Studies
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX08.2026
Associates of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Temple Community College
05.2022
Associate in Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
08.2021
Certification of EMT - undefined
Inland Empire Healthcare Training Institute
06.2017
Skills
- Airway management
- Medical record documentation
- Emergency medical care
- Ventilator management
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Time management
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- NRP
- STABLE
- EMT
- TCOLE
- Texas Life Insurance License
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UT Southwestern
03.2025 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Charlton
08.2024 - 02.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights
08.2023 - 08.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Ascension: Seton Williamson
08.2022 - 08.2024
Respiratory Care Assistant
Baylor Scott and White Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2022
911- Dispatcher
Bell County Communications Center
05.2019 - 04.2023
ER Tech
Premier ER
09.2018 - 11.2018
EMT
Temple EMS
09.2017 - 08.2019
Associates of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Temple Community College
Associate in Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Certification of EMT - undefined
Inland Empire Healthcare Training Institute
Bachelor's Degree - Health Studies
Texas Woman's University