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Pedro Domimguez

Fontana,CA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at USC Keck Hospital, specializing in advanced airway management and non-invasive ventilation. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through innovative care plans and effective team collaboration. Committed to ongoing professional development and excellence in patient care documentation.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

USC Keck Hospital
12.2024 - Current
  • Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with diverse pulmonary conditions.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care strategies and outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and device usage.
  • 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.
  • Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
  • Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

First Rescue Ambulance
06.2024 - Current
  • Administered comprehensive respiratory care assessments and developed tailored patient treatment plans.
  • Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
  • Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
  • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
  • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
  • Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Desert Valley Hospital
12.2021 - 06.2024
  • Conducted diagnostic tests, including pulmonary function tests, to evaluate lung function.
  • Implemented safety protocols and maintained compliance with hospital regulations and standards.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery efficiency in respiratory therapy department.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
  • Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Upland Rehabilitation & Care Center
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
  • Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Respiratory Therapy

American Career College
CA
09.2021

Skills

  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Airway management
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Respiratory medication administration
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Patient care documentation
  • Care plan management
  • Pediatric respiratory care
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Ventilator management
  • Clinical decision making
  • Team collaboration
  • Clinical leadership
  • Emergency medical care
  • Treatment administration
  • Intubation
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Heavy lifting

Certification

  • CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

USC Keck Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

First Rescue Ambulance
06.2024 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Upland Rehabilitation & Care Center
02.2022 - 01.2023

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Desert Valley Hospital
12.2021 - 06.2024

Associate of Science - Registered Respiratory Therapy

American Career College

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