MARIA RODRIGUEZ
Oak Point
Summary
Offering over 12 years of experience in diverse adult healthcare settings, with expertise in general care, emergency department, cardiac ICU, surgical trauma ICU, burn ICU, and Neuro ICU. Demonstrated leadership abilities through consistently holding leadership positions for the past 7 years. Possess strong leadership and management skills. Extensive background in patient care, critical thinking, and thriving in high-pressure environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center at Plano
06.2013 - Current
- Complete monthly charting and charge audits, oxygen charge reports, and monitor uncompleted tasks.
- Responsible for medication administration, mechanical ventilation management, and development of treatment plans within the guidelines of the respiratory care protocol.
- Assisted with staff continued education annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all aspects of patient care in accordance with regulatory requirements and hospital policies.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate effective communication concerning treatment options and progress updates.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Participation: Falls committee, KBMA scanning system superuser, EPIC superuser, COPD educator, clinical coach workshop, and operations committee.
Respiratory Therapist II
Parkland Memorial Hospital
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Worked as a part of a team of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to improve and manage patient care outcomes.
- Performed audits of patient charts, medication delivery devices, and required equipment labeling.
- Administered respiratory medications based on patient diagnosis and physician orders.
- Would fill in as a team leader as needed.
- 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.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Assisted with implementing a ventilator protocol utilized in the surgical trauma unit.
Education
Master's - Master of Science with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, Texas12.2022
Bachelor's - Respiratory Care
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, Texas05.2010
Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Self-Motivated
- Organizational Change
- Detail-Oriented
- Quality improvement
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – Texas Health Department or equivalent state licensing body.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Charge Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center at Plano
06.2013 - Current
Respiratory Therapist II
Parkland Memorial Hospital
06.2010 - 06.2013
Bachelor's - Respiratory Care
Midwestern State University
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – Texas Health Department or equivalent state licensing body.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Master's - Master of Science with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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