Kendyl Iacona
Fort Worth,TEXAS
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient assessment, mechanical ventilation management, and emergency respiratory care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Cook Children's Medical Center
Fort Worth, TEXAS
01.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiate appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Respiratory Therapist
Intermountain Healthcare
St. George, Utah
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Assisted in intubations, extubations, tracheostomies, bronchoscopies, mechanical ventilation and other related procedures.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted therapies as needed under physician directives.
Respiratory Therapy Apprentice
Intermountain Healthcare
St. George, Utah
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Engaged in clinical rotations to gain hands-on experience in diverse healthcare settings.
- Participated in workshops to enhance knowledge of current respiratory therapy practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Dixie State University
St. George, UT05-2022
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Emergency medical care
- Medical terminology
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Certification
RRT
PALS
BLS
PALS
BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Cook Children's Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Apprentice
Intermountain Healthcare
11.2021 - 08.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Dixie State University