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Manuel Mendoza
Reseda
Summary
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
5
years of professional experience
Work History
SuperCare Health
Respiratory Therapist
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Contributed to improved patient satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate and empathetic care throughout the treatment process.
- Kept abreast of industry advancements by attending continuing education courses, maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Reduced readmission rates, providing thorough follow-up care and patient education on preventative measures.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital
Respiratory Therapist II
12.2020 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Provided a full range of respiratory care services to adults, pediatric and infant patients in critical and non-critical areas of the hospital.
- Performed patient assessments, microspirometry, bronchodilator therapy, bronchial and pulmonary hygiene therapy, and administered oxygen therapy.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
American Staffing Registry
Registry RCP
01.2021 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Perform independent, professional respiratory care, ventilator management, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Aided physicians with various procedures including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubation assistance.
Sherman Oaks Hospital
Respiratory Therapist
01.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Transport critical patients in house to MRI, CT-Scan, ICU.
- Perform daily trach care to Sub Acute residents as well as give them daily treatments.
- Perform trach tube changes following facility guidelines.
- Assist Rapid Response Teams when called to action.
- Perform daily ABG’s on critical and non-critical patients daily.
Education
Concorde Career Colleges
A.A. from Science of Respiratory Care
09-2020
Skills
- Effective problem resolution
- Effective organization
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Responsive to varying needs
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy management
- Setup of respiratory devices
- Health education delivery
- Management of respiratory care procedures
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient care documentation
- Medical record documentation
- Guiding professional development
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Experienced in medical terminology usage
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Availability
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Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
SuperCare Health
01.2023 - Current
Registry RCP
American Staffing Registry
01.2021 - 10.2022
Respiratory Therapist II
East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital
12.2020 - 03.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Sherman Oaks Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Concorde Career Colleges
A.A. from Science of Respiratory Care
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