Phillip Siculiano
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Seasoned respiratory therapist with 18 years of experience in healthcare locations and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Palm Gardens Rehabilitation Center
Brooklyn, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Respiratory Therapist
Richmond Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
Staten Island, NY
03.2021 - Current
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Evaluated patient's need for additional resources such as home health services or durable medical equipment.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
Respiratory Therapist
BronxCare Health System
Bronx, NY
09.2006 - 03.2021
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05-2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient and caregiver education
- Patient care documentation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Emergency medical care
- Intubation
- Team Collaboration
- First Aid and CPR
- Professional Bedside Manner
Certification
- CRT 2006
- BLS certified
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Palm Gardens Rehabilitation Center
11.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Richmond Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
BronxCare Health System
09.2006 - 03.2021
- CRT 2006
- BLS certified
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Long Island University
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