Maguila Latimore
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Respiratory Therapist Medical professional seeking employment as a Respiratory Therapist. Skilled within the medical field with 900 clinical hours completed in a hospital setting and a broad range of experience in specialty areas while holding numerous credentials. Experienced in providing patient care and medical information. Bilingual Haitian/Creole. Core Skills Respiratory Therapy | Oxygen and Aerosol Therapy | Bronchial Hygiene | Lung Expansion Therapy | Mechanical Ventilation Hemodynamic Monitoring | Arterial Blood Gases | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | Pulmonary Function Testing | Home Care Specialty Areas: Emergency and Intensive Care | Geriatrics | Pediatrics | Neonatology Credentials: Registered Respiratory Therapist | CPR & AED-American Heart Association | ALS | PALS
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Hollywood, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
Clinical Hours| Nicklaus Children’s Hospital & Memorial Hospital West
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the following areas:
- Bedside Care | ABGs | Assisted the RRT in ICU, Emergency Room, Medical-Surgical units, mechanically ventilating patients, NICU, and the delivery room.
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Corporate Call Center
Miami, FL
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Provided medical management therapy, prescription refill processing, and delivered exceptional customer care
- Managed customer and medical provider information ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Managed the daily prescription refill process: measured prescriptions and prepared and printed labels
- Oversaw inventory for over-the-counter and pharmacy medications
- Delivered efficient customer care, including answering inquiries regarding medications for customers and handling payments and insurance billing.
Center Director
Heritage Pre-School
Miami, FL
05.2007 - 10.2017
- Oversaw all administrative operations ensuring efficient and smooth operating procedures
- Managed staff and utilized in-depth knowledge of child development practices and theories
- Ensured safety procedures and protocols were upheld
- Implemented multiple program standards and policies and designed staff and provider education programs
- Managed a high volume of calls and addressed and responded to inquiries
- Provided a high level of professionalism and patience when addressing negative customer feedback
- Resolved staff and parent disputes by applying constructive problem-solving techniques.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Gilberts Angels Daycare & Nursery
Miami, FL
09.1999 - 03.2007
- Supervised two assistants and two parent volunteers
- Managed classroom activities and lesson plans
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental student concerns and addressed them accordingly
- Developed plans for long- and short-range classroom activities following course curriculums
- Coordinated field trips, staff meetings, and parent events
- Completed bi-annual assessments for student development
- Recorded accident reports, anecdotal records, and progress statements.
Education
Associates Degree - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career Institute
01.2022
Associates Degree - Early Childhood
Nova Southeastern University
Administration of Childcare and Education Programs, Business Administration & Communications -
Skills
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Care Plan Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Equipment Setup
- Patient Care
- Relationship Building
- Treatment Administration
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Ventilator Management
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Hours| Nicklaus Children’s Hospital & Memorial Hospital West
12.2020 - 04.2022
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Corporate Call Center
12.2017 - 11.2019
Center Director
Heritage Pre-School
05.2007 - 10.2017
Preschool Lead Teacher
Gilberts Angels Daycare & Nursery
09.1999 - 03.2007
Associates Degree - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career Institute
Associates Degree - Early Childhood
Nova Southeastern University