Lori A Romanuk
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented new graduate respiratory therapist with extensive hands-on clinical training across adult, pediatric, and neonatal care settings. Brings eight years of military healthcare experience as a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman, offering exceptional patient advocacy, emergency response skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Certified in BLS, ACLS, and PALS, with strong proficiency in airway management, ventilator support, ABG interpretation, and critical care procedures. Seeking a Respiratory Therapist position in a high-acuity clinical environment, committed to excellence in patient care.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Student Clinician
Multiple Clinical Sites
Jacksonville, FL
2024 - 2026
- Completed 800+ hours of supervised clinical practice in adult ICU, NICU, PICU, ED, and acute care units.
- Assisted with mechanical ventilation management, including AC/VC, SIMV, PRVC, pressure support, CPAP, BiPAP, and HFOV exposure.
- Performed and interpreted arterial blood gases (ABGs) and adjusted respiratory support accordingly.
- Participated in emergency responses and codes, assisting with airway management and ventilator setup during intubations.
- Delivered aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary hygiene modalities.
- Assisted with spontaneous breathing trials and extubations under preceptor supervision.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, RTs, and transport teams to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Navy Corpsman
US Navy
06.2015 - 01.2023
- Administered medications and immunizations.
- Organized medical records electronically according to established standards.
- Troubleshooted medical equipment malfunctions in order to restore functionality quickly and safely.
- Assisted physicians during surgery by providing instruments and supplies as needed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving trauma or cardiac arrest in order to provide life-saving measures such as CPR or first aid.
- Conducted physical examinations, immunizations and health screenings for patients.
- Provided emotional support to family members during times of distress or crisis.
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
- Maintained functionality and organization of medical treatment areas and provisions, including equipment maintenance and team leadership.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, FL02-2026
Post-Graduate Certificate - Pre-Med
George Washington University
Washington, District of Columbia, DC05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Services And Managment
Springfield College
Springfield, Massachusetts, MA05-2015
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation and ventilator setup
- Airway management and emergency response
- ABG sampling and interpretation
- Oxygen delivery systems and aerosol therapy
- Non-invasive ventilation (CPAP/BiPAP)
- Patient transport and monitoring
- Critical care and rapid response
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Patient education and advocacy
Professional attributes
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Calm under pressure in emergency situations
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Committed to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Navy Corpsman
US Navy
06.2015 - 01.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student Clinician
Multiple Clinical Sites
2024 - 2026
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Post-Graduate Certificate - Pre-Med
George Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Services And Managment
Springfield College