Lisa Aguilar
Rapid City,South Dakota
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in respiratory therapy, prepared for impactful roles in patient care. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in high-pressure environments. Brings expertise in pulmonary function testing and respiratory treatments while upholding highest standards of patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Monument Health
10.2013 - Current
- Licensed by the South Dakota State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners, the Respiratory Care Practitioner/Respiratory Therapist principal duties are to assess, treat, and care for patients with acute or chronic cardiopulmonary disorders and associated aspects of other systems
- BLS certified
- AARC COPD Educator Course Completed
- 100% compliance Blood Gas Turnaround Time 60 minutes or less (2/2021)
Respiratory Care Intern
Monument Health
10.2011 - 12.2011
- Temporary Licensed by the South Dakota State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners
- Assists in basic assessment, treatment, and care of patients with acute or chronic cardiopulmonary disorders and associated aspects of other systems
Respiratory Care Assistant
Monument Health
06.2005 - 10.2011
- Provides support to the Respiratory Care Department by performing clinical duties in accordance with department policy and as allowed by the South Dakota Respiratory Therapy Licensure Act
- Strives to meet the needs of the Respiratory Care Department in terms of supply/equipment control, equipment preparation and direct assistance
- Scored as High Performer on performance evaluation
- Two time Department Employee of the Month
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDAssociates Degree - Respiratory Care
Dakota State University
Madison, South Dakota12.2012
Skills
- Provide care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, performing respiratory therapies and diagnostic procedures
- Monitor and assess patient responses to treatment, ensuring proper care within the scope of practice
- Tracheostomy care
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Bronchial hygiene
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory medication administration
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Electronic medical records
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Pulmonary function testing
Accomplishments
- Volunteer with hospital committees including current LiveWell Champion
- AARC COPD Educator Course Completed
Certification
- Earned Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist credential in 2022
- BLS certified
- AARC COPD Educator Course Completed
Awards
- Phil Award Recipient for Monument Health in October 2024
- Employee of the Quarter in December 2023
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Monument Health
10.2013 - Current
Respiratory Care Intern
Monument Health
10.2011 - 12.2011
Respiratory Care Assistant
Monument Health
06.2005 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
South Dakota State University
Associates Degree - Respiratory Care
Dakota State University
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