Melissa Vargas
respiratory therapist
Chino Hills,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
California Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
Van Nuys , CA
2023.05 - Current
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Norwalk Community Hospital
Norwalk , CA
2022.10 - 2022.11
- Performed basic diagnostic tests, such as spirometry and peak flow measurements, to assess lung function.
- Assisted in administering oxygen therapy to patients with low oxygen levels.
- Monitored patient vital signs during treatments and reported any changes to the supervising RT.
- Assisted in intubations, extubations, tracheostomies, bronchoscopies, mechanical ventilation and other related procedures under the supervision of a registered RT.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Barlow PIH
Whittier , CA
2022.08 - 2022.09
- Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured all equipment used during treatments is functioning properly prior to use.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
Whittier , CA
2022.06 - 2022.07
- Monitored patient vital signs during treatments and reported any changes to the supervising RT.
- Assisted in intubations, extubations, tracheostomies, bronchoscopies, mechanical ventilation and other related procedures under the supervision of a registered RT.
- Observed and documented patient responses to medical interventions and treatments administered by RTs.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use breathing exercises and postural drainage techniques.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Huntington Valley Healthcare Center
Huntington Beach , CA
2022.03 - 2022.04
- Provided patient education on proper use of inhalers and nebulizers for treatment of respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient vital signs during treatments and reported any changes to the supervising RT.
- Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
Education
Respiratory Therapy
Platt College
Alhambra, CA11.2022
Skills
- Equipment Cleaning
- Equipment Setup
- Drug Administration Trained
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Treatment Administration
- Treatment Plan Development
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Transport
- Team Collaboration
- Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Patient Care
- Clinical Leadership
- Infection Control
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- CRT: 4/26/2023
- RRT: 11/21/2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
California Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
2023.05 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Norwalk Community Hospital
2022.10 - 2022.11
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Barlow PIH
2022.08 - 2022.09
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
2022.06 - 2022.07
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Huntington Valley Healthcare Center
2022.03 - 2022.04
Respiratory Therapy
Platt College
- CRT: 4/26/2023
- RRT: 11/21/2023
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