Lorraine Ramos
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at UCHealth Memorial Hospital, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven track record in optimizing therapeutic outcomes through advanced mechanical ventilation and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to quality improvement initiatives enhance patient care and satisfaction.
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic testing, and therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
05.2001 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments using advanced mechanical ventilation systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment protocols to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in best practices for respiratory care delivery.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction scores.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Conducted assessments of lung function using spirometry and other diagnostic tools.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Education
Respiratory Therapy
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO05-1992
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Medication administration
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Physical assessments
- Treatment administration
- End-of-life care
- Infection control
- Intubation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Neonatal intensive care
- Diagnostic tools
- Practice improvement
- Safety protocols and procedures
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- RRT-ACCS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
05.2001 - Current
Respiratory Therapy
Pueblo Community College
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