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Mark Kuzma

Hermosa Beach,CA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist with over 1400 hours of hands-on experience in acute and critical care settings. Skilled in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcome. Proven ability to handle high-pressure environments such as the ICU, ED, and pediatric units. Eager to bring expertise in respiratory care, a strong work ethic and resourceful approach to a hospital setting while continually advancing clinical skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assessed and treated critically-ill patients in the NICU and CTICU with sensitivity and effectiveness.
  • Gained experience in advanced care techniques, using fundamentals and hard data.

Intern

Torrance Memorial Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Provided safe and effective BLS interventions, successfully reviving ICU patients.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver exceptional respiratory therapy in acute care scenarios.

Intern

Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in critical patient care during severe traumas in the ED, contributing to successful patient outcomes.
  • Gained exposure to advanced respiratory care techniques in a high-acuity, level-one trauma hospital setting.

Intern

Little Company Of Mary San Pedro Medical Center
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with tracheostomy changes, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Intern

Little Company Of Mary Torrance
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Supported ICU and ED teams during rapid sequence intubations, improving patient outcomes.
  • Enhanced understanding of respiratory therapy in high-stakes environments.

Intern

Torrance Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Managed floor care responsibilities and refined time-management skills during demanding night shifts.
  • Developed adaptability to meet the fast-paced needs of hospital operations.

Intern

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Provided deep suctioning and administered respiratory treatments for neonate and pediatric patients.
  • Assisted in a two-hour code, contributing to a successful ECMO cannulation of a two-day-old patient.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

El Camino College
06.2024

Skills

  • Patient Assessment and Care
  • Ventilator Management
  • Tracheostomy Care and Maintenance
  • Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
  • BLS and Emergency Interventions
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Report Writing and Documentation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management and Multitasking

Timeline

Intern

Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
04.2024 - 06.2024

Intern

Torrance Memorial Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024

Intern

Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
10.2023 - 12.2024

Intern

Little Company Of Mary San Pedro Medical Center
06.2023 - 10.2023

Intern

Little Company Of Mary Torrance
02.2023 - 06.2023

Intern

Torrance Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022

Intern

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
09.2022 - 10.2022

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

El Camino College
Mark Kuzma