PEDRO GARZA
Buena Park,CA
Summary
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Compassionate and detail-oriented respiratory therapist with experience delivering high-quality respiratory care in acute and chronic care settings. Proficient in assessing, diagnosing, and treating respiratory conditions across diverse patient populations. Skilled in operating and maintaining advanced ventilatory support systems, performing arterial blood gas analysis, and providing patient education on respiratory therapies. Strong team collaborator with a commitment to improving patient outcomes and adhering to evidence-based practices in fast-paced healthcare environments. Certified in ACLS, BLS, PALS & NRP dedicated to patient safety and comfort.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
PRN Staffing - Kaiser Permanente
Harbor City, CA
11.2024 - Current
- PB960
- Epic Charting
- PICU Experience
- Adult Expierence
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments and developed individualized patient care plans.
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' response to therapeutic interventions.
- Provided airway management, ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments and other respiratory therapies to acutely ill patients.
- Educated patients on disease processes and the importance of compliance with prescribed treatments.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of mechanical ventilation principles and techniques.
- Performed bronchial hygiene therapy such as chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry and postural drainage and percussion.
- Administered medications related to respiratory care procedures as ordered by physicians.
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Little Company Of Mary
San Pedro, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to evaluate treatment outcomes and make recommendations for additional care if needed.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Protouch Charting
- Avea Ventilator
- Phillips V60
- Trach / Oral Care
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Mortgage Loan Officer
American Advisors Group
Irvine, CA
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Remote Expierence
- Submitted applications to credit analysts.
- Complied applications and paperwork and double-checked for accuracy.
- Monitored loan serving agreements and loan covenants to ensure compliance.
- Originated loans and assisted senior-level credit officers with complex loan applications.
- Reviewed loan agreements to verify completeness and accuracy according to applicable policies.
MSR III
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
Anaheim, CA
04.2016 - 11.2019
- Daily Branch Audits and Branch Correction Reports
- Adhered to security and audit procedures.
- Experienced in Applying and funding Loans and Lines of credit in a high volume environment.
- Mentor fellow team Members with Procedure and Regulations questions.
- Building rapport with Members using Consultative Service Skills to become a trusted advisor. Discovering financial priorities through open ended questions.
- Consult with members. Identifies needs, offers solutions, and follows up on any relevant products or services.
Senior Leader I
Orange Countys Credit Union
Long Beach, CA
02.2022 - 042023
- Helped members resolve account problems and navigate internal systems to handle routine needs.
- Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote company brand.
- Enhanced member relationships by providing excellent service during each interaction.
- Reviewed new account applications to verify eligibility of prospective members.
- Delivered quality service by assessing, advising and assisting credit union members.
- Achieved goals for member experience, transaction accuracy and product cross-sell, resulting in consistent growth.
- Presented and explained services and products to meet member needs.
- Answered member questions about products and services.
- Profiled members to uncover opportunities for additional business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Purdue Global University
Indianola, IA07-2026
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
American Career College
Anaheim, CA09.2023
High School Diploma -
Western High School
Anaheim, CA2010
Skills
- EPIC Charting
- PROTOUCH Charting
- SUNRISE Charting
- CERNER Charting
- MEDITECH Charting
- Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Drug Administration Trained
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Bi-lingual (Spanish)
- Care Plan Management
- First Aid/CPR
- Patient Care Documentation
- Excellent multi-tasker
- Strong organizational skills
- Flexible schedule
- Picu Experience
- Adult Experience
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective team player
- Customer service expert
- Sharp problem solver
- Active listening skills
- Savvy Improvisor
- Time management
- Strong communication skills
- Resolution-oriented
- Accurate
- Able to build rapport effectively
- Open Ended Questions
- Quick Learner
References
Beatriz Agredano
Providence Little Company of Mary Supervisor
310-514-5440
Cassidy Ward
Providence Little Company of Mary Manager
310-732-7550
Traveian Lee
Orange Countys Credit Union Assistant Manager
562-480-5135
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Ethics Certificate
- Hospital Fire & Life Safety
- NMLS License
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
PRN Staffing - Kaiser Permanente
11.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Little Company Of Mary
01.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Santa Ana
10.2023 - 06.2024
Senior Leader I
Orange Countys Credit Union
02.2022 - 042023
Mortgage Loan Officer
American Advisors Group
02.2021 - 02.2022
MSR III
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
04.2016 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
American Career College
High School Diploma -
Western High School
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Ethics Certificate
- Hospital Fire & Life Safety
- NMLS License
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Purdue Global University
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