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ORNELLA LOKALA BOMBALE

Spanaway,WA

Summary

Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at ARRIS, specializing in mechanical ventilation management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective airway management and compassionate care. Certified in CPR/AED, adept at multitasking in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal respiratory support for critically ill patients.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

ARRIS
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.

Respiratory Therapist

Advanced Lifeline Respiratory Service
05.2017 - 12.2023
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Highline College
Seattle, WA
06-2016

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Patient education
  • Medication administration
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Mechanical ventilation management
  • Pulse oximetry
  • Patient and caregiver education
  • Ventilator management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Certified respiratory therapist (CRT)
  • Vital signs monitoring

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

ARRIS
01.2024 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

Advanced Lifeline Respiratory Service
05.2017 - 12.2023

Associate of Applied Science - RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Highline College
ORNELLA LOKALA BOMBALE