Mellize Cortes
Orange Park,Florida
Summary
To obtain a position as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with the goal to advance professional skills and to grow within this organization.
Professional respiratory therapy expert equipped to deliver exceptional patient care in high-pressure environments. Skilled in advanced respiratory techniques, patient assessments, and critical care support. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with medical staff and optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and driven to achieve impactful results in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Respiratory Therapist
Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely interventions and accurate documentation of respiratory therapy procedures.
- Promoted patient safety, adhering to infection control measures and following established protocols for handling hazardous materials.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, providing life-saving interventions during critical events such as cardiac arrests and respiratory failures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, actively contributing insights regarding patients'' respiratory status and advocating for optimal care strategies.
- Educated patients and families about their conditions and home care requirements, empowering them to take active role sin managing their health post discharge.
- Served as preceptor for new hires and student therapists, imparting knowledge of best practices while fostering supportive learning atmosphere's.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Staff Respiratory Therapist
Orlando Health at S. Seminole Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital working in the ICU, ED, PCU, Med Surge, and Surgical floors
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Evaluated patients'' response to treatment plans, adjusting therapies as needed to maximize effectiveness and minimize adverse effects.
Regional Clinical Director / Office Manager
All About Pediatrics
08.2017 - 11.2021
Staff Respiratory Therapist
All About Pediatrics
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Prior experience in pediatrics with All About Pediatrics, in Jacksonville Fl
Education
Bachelors of Science - Respiratory Care
Seminole State
Lake Mary, FL08.2023
Associate of Science Degree - Respiratory Care
St. Johns River State College
St. Augustine, FL08.2013
Skills
- Punctual
- Dedicated
- Reliable
- Committed
- Respectful
- Honest
- Maintain composure in high stress situations
- Positive interaction with staff, physicians, patients, and family members
- Collaborative work on interdisciplinary patient care team
- Conflict resolution
- Proficient with computers
- Proficient with medical equipment
- Skilled in Intubation techniques
- Proficient in arterial line insertion
- Proficient in Tracheostomy and Laryngeal tube care
- Competent in Airway management
- Competent in Patient assessment and education
- Proficient in respiratory therapeutic techniques
- Proficient in patient safety
- Proficient in medical record keeping
- Experienced in Bronchopulmonary hygiene techniques
- Experienced in Bronchoscopy
- Proficient in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Competent in Management of Mechanical Ventilators
- Aerosol Therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Airway Management
- Noninvasive Ventilation
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Respiratory Monitoring
- Blood Gas Collection and Analysis
- Neonatal care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Team Collaboration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emergency medical care
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), 01/14
- Life Support (BLS), 01/23
- ACLS, 11/23
- NRP, 06/23
References
- Ali Herndon, Friend, 407-690-1211, jaznlex@yahoo.com
- Tina Merritt, Owner/Clinical Director, All About Pediatrics, 904-678-7778, Tmerritt0807@gmail.com
- Kimberly Lynch, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Friend, 904-505-5622, Kimby2590@gmail.com
Personal Information
Title: RRT
Timeline
Staff Respiratory Therapist
Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Staff Respiratory Therapist
Orlando Health at S. Seminole Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2024
Regional Clinical Director / Office Manager
All About Pediatrics
08.2017 - 11.2021
Staff Respiratory Therapist
All About Pediatrics
04.2014 - 07.2017
Associate of Science Degree - Respiratory Care
St. Johns River State College
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), 01/14
- Life Support (BLS), 01/23
- ACLS, 11/23
- NRP, 06/23
Bachelors of Science - Respiratory Care
Seminole State
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