Leslie Vieira
Fall River,Massachusetts
Summary
I am Registered Respiratory Therapist with 8 years of critical care experience. Adept at managing diverse conditions that include COPD, sleep apnea, Asthma and tracheotomy care. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about the use and operation of respiratory equipment. Eager to contribute and learn new skills to improve and provide excellent patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Umass Memorial Medical Center
Worcester, MA
12.2012 - Current
- Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within the cardiopulmonary system.
- Identified the need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Assisting with Bronchoscopies and bedside tracheostomy procedures
- Administered medication and ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
- Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Fall River, MA
03.2014 - 06.2020
- Administered medication and ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within the cardiopulmonary system.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
- Identified the need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
Respiratory Clincal Instructor
Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln, RI
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Function as a role model in the clinical setting.
- Orient the student to the clinical site.
- Guide, facilitate, supervise, and monitor the student in achieving the clinical objectives.
- Supervise the student's performance of skills and other respiratory therapy activities to ensure safe practice.
- Collaborate with faculty to review the progress of the student towards meeting clinical learning objectives.
- Provide feedback to the student regarding clinical performance.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Clinical Coordinator.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln, RI2013
Associate of Arts -
Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln, RI2013
Skills
- Patient and caregiver education
- Respiratory equipment setup, maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient care documentation
- Critical thinking proficiency
- CPR and BLS certified
- NRP certified
- Hands-on clinical instruction
- Problem resolution ability
- Bi-lingual in English and Portuguese
- Tracheostomy care
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Charlton Memorial Hospital
03.2014 - 06.2020
Respiratory Clincal Instructor
Community College of Rhode Island
07.2013 - 01.2014
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Umass Memorial Medical Center
12.2012 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of Rhode Island
Associate of Arts -
Community College of Rhode Island