Lucero Ramirez-Lara
Tyler
Summary
Committed and compassionate Respiratory Therapist with experience in both pediatric and adult care settings. Skilled in conducting respiratory assessments and managing invasive and non-invasive home ventilators. Strengths include strong analytical abilities to evaluate patient needs, develop appropriate treatment plans, and adapt interventions based on patient responses. Contributed to improving patient outcomes through diligent application of advanced respiratory techniques and collaborative healthcare team engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Bayside Pulmonology
Corpus Christi
01.2018 - 10.2024
- Performed pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity, on adult patients.
- Reviewed patient histories prior to administering tests to identify any potential risks or contraindications.
- Monitored patient progress throughout testing sessions using standard assessment criteria.
- Educated patients on the proper use of inhalers, nebulizers and other medical devices.
- Ensured accuracy of test results by calibrating equipment daily and performing quality control checks as required.
- Organized supplies and maintained cleanliness of laboratory areas according to safety protocols.
- Maintained patient records, including test results and physician orders.
- Instructed students on the principles and techniques associated with pulmonary function testing.
Respiratory Therapist
Apria Healthcare
CORPUS CHRISTI
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including Invasive and non-invasive ventilator home therapy, oxygen therapy and aerosol therapy.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
Respiratory Therapist
South Texas Monitoring Systems
TYLER
10.2012 - 05.2016
- Set up and operated adult and pediatric home mechanical ventilators, oxygen therapy equipment, and aerosol generators.
- Evaluated patients for additional resources, including home health services and durable medical equipment.
- Conducted follow-up visits to assess treatment outcomes and recommend further care as necessary.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing patient progress towards established goals for physician review.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments administered, and status changes.
- Coordinated patient care by interacting with patients, family members, and physicians.
Respiratory Therapist
Torr Sleep Center
CORPUS CHRISTI
05.2008 - 10.2012
- Performed pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volume measurements and diffusion capacity on adult patients.
- Educated patients on the proper use of inhalers, nebulizers and other medical devices.
- Reviewed patient histories prior to administering tests to identify any potential risks or contraindications.
- Ensured accuracy of test results by calibrating equipment daily and performing quality control checks as required.
- Organized supplies and maintained cleanliness of laboratory areas according to safety protocols.
- Maintained patient records, including test results and physician orders.
- Instructed students on the principles and techniques associated with pulmonary function testing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX12-2003
Skills
- Pulmonary function testing
- Patient education
- Equipment calibration
- Patient assessment
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Oxygen therapy
- Collaboration with healthcare teams
- Patient record management
- Home ventilator setup
- Quality control
Certification
- Texas Respiratory License
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Apria Healthcare
06.2021 - 06.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Bayside Pulmonology
01.2018 - 10.2024
Respiratory Therapist
South Texas Monitoring Systems
10.2012 - 05.2016
Respiratory Therapist
Torr Sleep Center
05.2008 - 10.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Tyler Junior College
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