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Latrelle Clarke

Burtonsville,MD

Summary

Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 30 years of experience in medical healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Sibley Memorial Hospital
Washington, DC
01.2005 - Current
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
  • Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
  • Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Angel Staffing
Edinburg, TX
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Provided care and respiratory support for patients with COVID-19
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Aya Healthcare
Silver Springs, MD
10.2021 - 12.2021

Cared for patients in a Covid-19 hospital. I managed devices that delivered high levels of oxygen therapy.

  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Maxim Healthcare
Jessup, MD
02.2021 - 07.2021

Cared for patients in a Covid-19 hospital. I managed devices that delivered high levels of oxygen therapy.

  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.

Education

Certification of Completion - Respiratory Therapy

Health And Hospitals School of Respiratory Therapy
New York, NY
05.1992

High School Diploma -

Beach Channel High School
Rockaway Park, NY
05.1983

Skills

  • Breathing Exercises
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Education
  • Respiratory Care Procedures

Certification

ACLS

BLS

PALS

NRP

Timeline

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Angel Staffing
01.2022 - 03.2022

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 12.2021

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Maxim Healthcare
02.2021 - 07.2021

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Sibley Memorial Hospital
01.2005 - Current

Certification of Completion - Respiratory Therapy

Health And Hospitals School of Respiratory Therapy

High School Diploma -

Beach Channel High School

ACLS

BLS

PALS

NRP

Latrelle Clarke