Lourdes G. Pierrot
Miramar,FL
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist known for delivering exceptional patient care in hospital environments. Experience working with pediatric patients with congenital lung conditions, asthma and traumatic pulmonary conditions requiring close care and innovative treatment approaches. Natural communicator with children with talent reducing fears through education and judicious use of humor. Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RRT
Saint Charles Hospital
Bend, OR
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Orlando Regional Hospital Center
Respiratory Therapy Department
Orlando, FL
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Responded to and managed adverse events and provided medications and oxygen to resolve symptoms.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Perform Tracheostomy care
- Managed mechanical Ventilators
- Performed patient's evaluation, suction
Respiratory Therapist
South Miami Hospital
Miami Beach, FL
08.2018 - 10.2021
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
Respiratory Therapist
Pulmonary Health Network
Miami, FL
12.2011 - 12.2016
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Demonstrated correct operation, care, and calibration to on-site medical personnel.
- Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Durable Medical Equipment Representative
Locatel Health And Wellness
Miami, FL
12.2010 - 12.2016
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Demonstrated correct operation, care, and calibration to on-site medical personnel.
- Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Education
Respiratory Therapy
College of Health
Miami Gardens, FL08.2010
Skills
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Outpatient care
- Professional bedside manner
- Diagnostic tools
- Strong clinical judgment
- Multitasking Abilities
- Planning and Coordination
- Self-Motivated
- Excellent Communication
- Spirometer reading
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Timeline
RRT
Saint Charles Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Orlando Regional Hospital Center
Respiratory Therapy Department
12.2021 - 01.2022
Respiratory Therapist
South Miami Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Pulmonary Health Network
12.2011 - 12.2016
Durable Medical Equipment Representative
Locatel Health And Wellness
12.2010 - 12.2016
Respiratory Therapy
College of Health
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