Manuel Rivera
Deltona,FL
Summary
An organized detail-oriented and conscientious self-starter, able to strategize and prioritize effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure.
Proficient Respiratory Therapist with solid foundation in respiratory therapy. Demonstrated success in providing critical care and managing respiratory equipment effectively. Adept at patient assessment and ventilation management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando South
04.2022 - Current
- Intubation/Trach change/LMA placement
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Cross Country
10.2021 - Current
- Critical thinking and patient assessment skills, with the ability to evaluate and modify a plan of care.
- Ability to use applicable infection control standards.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including documentation in the patient Electronic medical record (EMR), and use of computer applications.
- Skilled in Cerner, Epic, and Meditech applications.
- Knowledge in use of Servo, Galileo, Hamilton G5, C1, T1, Parapak, P-Newton, Puritan 840 and 980 Ventilators.
- Ability to effectively manage Bipap in emergent situations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
AdventHealth Orlando
09.2016 - 10.2021
- Ability to provide optimal respiratory support including: administration of oxygen, inhaled respiratory medications, lung expansion therapy, and bronchial hygiene therapy.
- Ability to appropriately operate and mange non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation
- A-line Insertion/Monitoring/Troubleshooting.
- Ability to perform airway clearance therapies.
- Ability to perform Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) puncture, analysis, and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Experience in Ventilator Transportation
- Knowledge of CPAP and BIPAP application.
- Ability to perform Tracheostomy Care.
Twins Concrete Pumping
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Set ladders, scaffolds and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs.
- Pull boards, and assist in pumping houses
Education
Associate - Respiratory Care
Valencia College
Orlando, Florida07.2016
High School - undefined
Lake Howell High School
Winter Springs, Florida05.2009
Skills
- Skilled in intubation techniques
- Ventilator Management
- Preceptor
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Effective time management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Diligent worker
- Documentation review
- CPAP/BIPAP Management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando South
04.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Cross Country
10.2021 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
AdventHealth Orlando
09.2016 - 10.2021
Twins Concrete Pumping
03.2012 - 09.2016
High School - undefined
Lake Howell High School
Associate - Respiratory Care
Valencia College
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