Nibras Oraha
San Diego,CA
Summary
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and Respected professional with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities in high acuity areas. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RRT/RCP
Scripps Mercy Hillcrest Hospital- ICU/ED/TRAUMA/ NICU
01.2021 - Current
- Perform all technical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory care.
- Ensured timely response to emergency situations involving airway management or ventilator support needs by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-stress scenarios.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Performed and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Mentored and Precept new RRT staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the field of respiratory therapy.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care, resulting in better overall health management.
- Served as a resource for respiratory staff regarding respiratory issues or concerns that arose during daily patient care activities in all acute areas.
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure, resulting in stabilized conditions and improved outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication between colleagues and actively participating in team building.
RRT
Jacob's Healthcare Center / Subacute/Post-acute
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed respiratory therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
- Emphasis towards assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing respiratory care services throughout the facility.
- Implement initial orders and order sets of respiratory services
- Manage patients with Trachs on Mechanical Ventilators
- Perform bronchial hygiene and airway care procedures
- Attend and Assist in code emergencies
- Utilize assessment data to determine patient's actual or potential problems
- Assess new and readmitted patients
- Attend applicable daily, weekly, and monthly meetings
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and physicians on patient care plan.
Lead Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Adult Residential Facility
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to ensure consistency in respiratory care services across the facility.
- Improved departmental efficiency by streamlining workflows and optimizing staff schedules.
- Facilitated effective communication between interdisciplinary team members, promoting collaborative decision-making processes in patient care planning.
Education
Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory Therapy Program
Grossmont College06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
United States University04.2016
Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Certification (MA)
Health Occupations Center06.2013
Associate of Arts -
Associates of Arts in Behavioral Science
Grossmont College06.2012
Skills
- CPR, BLS and AED, NRP certified
- Airway Management Expertise
- Intubation
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Patient Advocacy
- Critical Care Experience
- ICU/ED/TRAUMA/NICU Experience
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Interpersonal skills
- Multitasking abilities
- Multilingual: English, Chaldean, Arabic, and Greek
Certification
- Respiratory Care Practitioner, 42783, 01/2022, 01/2026
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, 180997, 07/2020, 07/2025
- Certified Respiratory Therapist, 180997, 07/2020, 07/2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), 869-2083, 1/2024, 1/2026
- American Heart Association, CPR, BLS and AED, CA02952, 01/2024, 01/2026
Timeline
RRT/RCP
Scripps Mercy Hillcrest Hospital- ICU/ED/TRAUMA/ NICU
01.2021 - Current
RRT
Jacob's Healthcare Center / Subacute/Post-acute
10.2020 - 01.2021
Lead Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Adult Residential Facility
09.2020 - 01.2021
Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory Therapy Program
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Certification (MA)
Associate of Arts -
Associates of Arts in Behavioral Science
- Respiratory Care Practitioner, 42783, 01/2022, 01/2026
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, 180997, 07/2020, 07/2025
- Certified Respiratory Therapist, 180997, 07/2020, 07/2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), 869-2083, 1/2024, 1/2026
- American Heart Association, CPR, BLS and AED, CA02952, 01/2024, 01/2026
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