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
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