Priscilla Morales
Arvada,CO
Summary
Adept Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, excelling in high-pressure ICU environments and emergency response. Demonstrates exceptional bilingual communication and critical thinking skills, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Proficient in mechanical ventilator management and respiratory assessments and adept at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to provide therapeutic interventions. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring patient needs are met with precision and compassion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered respiratory care in Level 1 Trauma ICU, Medical, Neuro, Cardiothoracic, Surgical trauma, and Neonatal.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management in varies ICUs
- Engaged in high pressure decision making and complex patient management developing strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- 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.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Trained new staff, covering clinical procedure, equipment use, and patient care protocols.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Precepted and mentored students, providing hands on training and guidance to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO04-2024
Associate of Occupational Studies - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO08-2022
Skills
- Bilingual - Fluent in Spanish
- Neonatal intensive care
- Adult Critical Care
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Basic Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation program
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Caring bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Treatment administration
- Physical assessments
- End of life care
- Emergency medical care
- Team collaboration
- Intubation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
- Professional Communication
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of an effective preceptor committee.
- Achieved better patient care through effectively helping with ever changing policies and procedures.
Certification
- Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (NPS) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (NPS) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Occupational Studies - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
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