Noemy Zuniga
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 4 years of experience in acute healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Adept at advanced ventilator management and emergency medical care. My expertise spans across adult and pediatric ICU care, underscored by strong mentoring abilities. I excel in respiratory equipment setup and patient education, ensuring high-quality care and team skill advancement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
St. Vincent's Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Level 1 Trauma center 250 beds
- Adult general floors
- Emergency Department
- Adult ICU
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Performed regular diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, contributing valuable data to inform clinical decisionmaking.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Therapist
Sanford USD Medical Center
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Level 1 Trauma Center 500+ beds
- Adult general floors, Adult CVICU/SICU, pulmonary step down unit, Peds. floors, and PICU.
- 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.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
Sleep Lab Technician
Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Ceter
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Consistently met productivity targets for completed studies while maintaining high-quality standards in data interpretation and reporting.
- Contributed to efficient lab operations by performing routine maintenance on equipment and updating inventory as needed.
- Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders by conducting overnight polysomnography tests on patients.
- Ensured accurate data collection by carefully placing and monitoring electrodes, sensors, and other equipment during sleep studies.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital Southwest
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Assisted patients with chronic lung conditions by recommending appropriate devices for home use and providing education on proper usage techniques.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
- Provided respiratory therapy services in various clinical settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments, and rehabilitation facilities.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Kern Medical Center
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA02.2021
High School Diploma -
West High School
Bakersfield, CA05.2018
Skills
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP
Adult floors, Peds floors, Adult ICU, and Pediatric ICU
Bronchial Hygiene
Arterial Blood Gass
Airway Management
Respiratory Monitoring
Tracheostomy Care
Pediatric Care
Mechanical Ventilation
Respiratory equipment setup
Patient Education
End of life care
Medication Administration
Coaching and Mentoring
Care Planning
Emergency medical care
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
St. Vincent's Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Sanford USD Medical Center
11.2021 - 03.2024
Sleep Lab Technician
Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Ceter
05.2021 - 10.2021
Respiratory Therapy Student
Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital Southwest
12.2020 - 02.2021
Respiratory Therapy Student
Kern Medical Center
12.2020 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
West High School
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