Melony Calderon
Santa Paula,CA
Summary
A new Respiratory Therapist professional with hands-on experience from clinical rotations at Providence, Adventist Hospital, and Dignity Health. With a comprehensive understanding in respiratory therapies and ability to treat and manage patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and family members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Services
Dignity Health
12.2020 - Current
- Sanitize rooms for patient safety, communicate with patient/visitors, proper handling/ disposal of infectious waste, and proper safety skills in handling chemicals.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Dignity Health
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted in oral intubations, including selecting correct size, checking the ET cuff, setting up the glidescope along with a ventilatory.
- Setting up and stocking BiPAP machines, High-Flow systems, and ventilators.
- Assisted in outpatient and inpatient bronchoscopy.
- Learned and Adapted quickly to charting system.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Simi Valley Adventist Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Educated patients on respiratory care techniques and the importance to the treatment plans.
- Assisted in emergency situations to patients in respiratory distress.
- Analysis and interpret ABG results to assist in diagnosis and treatment of respiratory and metabolic disorders.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided direct patient care, administering respiratory therapies such as chest physiotherapy, nebulization, and oxygen therapy.
- Operate and maintain respiratory equipment, including CPAP machines, Vapotherm machines, and ventilators.
Education
Respiratory Therapy Advanced Practitioner Program - Respiratory Therapy
Simi Valley Adult School And Career Institute
Simi Valley, CA06.2024
Associate Liberal Arts -
Excelsior College
Albany, NY06.2024
Skills
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork
- Reliability
Certification
The American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Dignity Health
03.2024 - 05.2024
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Simi Valley Adventist Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2024
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
Environmental Services
Dignity Health
12.2020 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Advanced Practitioner Program - Respiratory Therapy
Simi Valley Adult School And Career Institute
Associate Liberal Arts -
Excelsior College