Paul Knaack RRT, ACCS, RPFT
Glendale,CA
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Therapist skilled in ventilator management, airway management, and critical care support. Delivers accurate patient assessment, ABG monitoring, and rapid response in high-stakes clinical settings. Experienced Respiratory Therapist with expertise in ventilator management, airway support, and critical care response. Known for accurate patient assessment, ABG monitoring, and fast action during emergencies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Mission Hills, California
01.2016 - Current
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators, ensuring effective ventilation and compliance with critical care protocols.
- Monitored arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, and respiratory response to ensure optimal patient outcomes during treatment.
- Assisted with emergency response and supported airway management to stabilize patients in critical care.
- Provided emergency care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Pulmonary Function Technologist
Mid Valley Pulmonary
Sherman Oaks, California
12.2011 - Current
- Performed spirometry, lung volume, and diffusion testing at Mid Valley Pulmonary.
- Calibrated pulmonary function equipment and verified daily system accuracy.
- Coordinated with physicians on test quality and repeat measurements.
- Documented test results in patient charts and reporting systems.
- Maintained infection control standards across pulmonary lab rooms.
Respiratory Therapist
Sherman Oaks Hospital
Sherman Oaks, California
09.2001 - 10.2015
- Set up, calibrated, and maintained ventilators and respiratory therapy equipment.
- Monitored arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, and respiratory response during treatment.
- Administered nebulizer treatments, oxygen therapy, and inhaled medications per physician orders.
- Assessed patient breathing status and documented findings in electronic medical records.
- Responded to emergencies and supported critical care airway management.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA06-1995
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Arterial blood gases
- Pulmonary function testing
- Airway management
- Spirometry calibration
- Critical care support
- Patient assessment
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC 1997
- ACCS NBRC 2021
- RPFT NBRC 2025
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
Pulmonary Function Technologist
Mid Valley Pulmonary
12.2011 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Sherman Oaks Hospital
09.2001 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Los Angeles Valley College