Maricel Mendez

Kaiser Permanente

San Marcos

05.2023 - Current

Conducted patient assessments and evaluations for respiratory therapy needs.
Monitored vital signs during respiratory treatments to ensure patient safety.
Administered prescribed respiratory therapies using advanced equipment.
Educated patients on proper inhaler and nebulizer usage for optimal outcomes.
Collaborated with the healthcare team to create individualized therapy plans.
Maintained accurate electronic records of treatments and patient responses.
Ensured the cleanliness and functionality of respiratory equipment before use.
Provided emergency care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses, and other procedures.
Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
Operated mechanical ventilators following the specified parameters of treatment.
Ensured that all regulatory requirements were met within the scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Performed diagnostic tests, such as arterial blood gas analysis.