Nioka Montoya
Mount Vernon,OH
Summary
Compassionate and skilled a Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 10 years of experience in providing respiratory care for acute and chronic patients. Proficient in ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and patient assessment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
Columbus, OH
06.2011 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments following physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, oxygen levels, and ventilator settings for optimal care delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and at-home care strategies.
- Managed inventory of respiratory supplies ensuring availability for timely patient interventions.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH06-2010
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
06.2011 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Columbus State Community College
Bee Award
Recognized and nominated by a patient for excellence in care.