Larisa Laniak
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Houston, Tx,TX
Summary
Certified Respiratory Therapist with 22 years' experience in acute (Covid ICU) and long term healthcare settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation, high flow therapy administration, and airway management. Experienced clinical liaison serving as a vital link between patients and physicians. Understanding and accommodating with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Talented at conveying patient needs to healthcare providers and ensuring those needs are met through periodic evaluations and data analysis. Strong collaboration skills looking to thrive in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Adept at managing diverse conditions that include COPD, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure, and pneumonia. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about the use and operation of respiratory equipment. Eager to contribute and add to a growing medical team through effective and empathetic patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Covid ICU
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
United Memorial Medical Center
Houston, TX
2020.Jul - Current
- Responded to emergency codes in the Covid ICU and immediately initiated ventilatory support and facilitated management with the physician
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments, incentive spirometry, chest percussion, and nebulizer therapies
- Administered vasodilators such as Flolan through the Aerogen nebulizer system
- Assisted with ventilator transports to CT scan and bronchoscopies
- Assembled high flow equipment such as the Optiflow, Vapotherm, and optimyzers
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to initiate Bipap/Cpap therapies along with weaning regimes for optimal patient outcomes
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Vibralife Of Katy
Katy, TX
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives, and facility policies and procedures.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Organized and facilitated department head meetings weekly, discussing current census, admissions , discharges, and residents' Medicare/Medicaid applications.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Provided in-service and educational services to staff and physicians
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated including ventilators and high flow devices
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Tomball Hospital
Tomball, TX
04.2008 - 03.2020
- Developed system of staff communication, enabled more efficient implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in newly accredited Pulmonary Program through Joint Commission
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and implementation of protocol therapies
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment, AirVo nasal high flow system, MetaNeb lung therapy device
- Trained and qualified to run proficiencies on the iSTAT 1 and NOVA Stat Profile Prime Analyzers
- Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies and ventilator management
- Successfully orally intubated patients using endotracheal tubes and laryngeal mask airways
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways
Clinical Liaison
Kindred Tomball Hospital
Tomball, TX
07.2006 - 04.2008
- Helped to design, develop and drive cutting edge sales strategies to increase patient admissions that leverage Kindred’s core competence in areas of rehabilitating medically complex patients
- Processed monthly reports for department performance
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses
- Established physician and case manager relationships
- Provided family and physician education ranging from assessment to development and implementation of projected care plans
- Experienced with power point presentations for educational purposes directed towards nursing and occupational fields
- Actively maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable state and Federal laws and regulations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07.2009
Certified Respiratory Care Program - Healthcare Sciences
Houston Community College
Houston, TX11.1999
Skills
- Dosage calculation/drug therapy administration
- Accredited to intubate patients and ACLS/BLS certified
- Expertise in diagnostic tools and medical terminology
- Ventilator management/critical care
- Tracheotomy and endotracheal care
- Strong presentation and marketing skills
- Physician relations and multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Staff training and patient-focused care
Certification
Licenced by National Board for Respiratory Care
Certified in Basic Life Support
Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Certified in Airway Management for Intubation
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Vibralife Of Katy
08.2020 - 07.2021
Respiratory Therapist
United Memorial Medical Center
2020.Jul - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Tomball Hospital
04.2008 - 03.2020
Clinical Liaison
Kindred Tomball Hospital
07.2006 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Certified Respiratory Care Program - Healthcare Sciences
Houston Community College
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