Narcisa Ecobiza
Porterville,CA
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist specializing in ventilator support , emergency response and acute care. Demonstrates strong patient advocacy and effective communication with healthcare teams. Eager to leverage expertise to improve respiratory health outcomes, through collaboration and team work for better patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Sierra View Medical Center
Porterville, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments and patient response.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and effective use of equipment.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team, as well as responded to codes.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Obtained and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function following physician orders.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring access to latest therapeutic options and support services.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Performed 12-lead EKG's for cardiac monitoring as well as other respiratory therapies such as NIF, incentive spirometer, Chest physiotherapy.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA10-2020
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient and family advocacy
- Team collaboration
Certification
- ACLS certified
- PALS certified
- NRP certified
- BLS certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Sierra View Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College