Maria Vigil
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Pekin,IL
Summary
Respiratory Student Intern trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Student Intern
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Barista
Starbucks
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Supported training efforts for new hires, sharing knowledge of coffee making techniques and customer service standards.
- Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
- Showcased versatility by assisting in other areas of the café as needed, including food preparation or table service when required.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
Manager/Sandwich Artist
Subway
03.2011 - 06.2021
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
Orange, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Spirometer reading
- End of life care
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Administration
- Patient care documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Student Intern
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
02.2022 - 02.2024
Manager/Sandwich Artist
Subway
03.2011 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
05.2001 -