OBJECTIVES: Seeking a Respiratory Therapist position in which I can fully utilize my knowledge and skills as well as facing new challenges and responsibilities.
Overview
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Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
ST. JOHN'S RIVERSIDE HOSPITAL
Yonkers, NY.
02.1997 - Current
Work Experience. Management of artificial airways and mechanical ventilation (Bella Vista, Puritan Bennett 840, Esprit, LTV 1200, and BiPAP) on patients in critical care units.
Execute mechanical ventilator weaning protocols utilizing information from arterial blood gas analysis.
Respond to all emergencies to maintain patient airway and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitative efforts, intubations assistance, extubations and ABG.
Provide various modes of respiratory care to adult and geriatric populations within as ordered by physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant
Experience in managing High Flow system.
Test and maintain respiratory therapy machines and equipment on a regular basis.
Train, coach, and mentor new hires to ensure compliance with organizations policies and procedures
Diagnostic Technician - Perform pulmonary function testing and methacholine challenges.
Arterial blood gas analysis.
Respond to all emergencies to maintain patient airway and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitative efforts, intubations assistance, extubations and ABG.
Provide various modes of respiratory care to adult and geriatric populations within as ordered by physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant
Experience in managing High Flow system.
Test and maintain respiratory therapy machines and equipment on a regular basis.
Train, coach, and mentor new hires to ensure compliance with organizations policies and procedures
Diagnostic Technician - Perform pulmonary function testing, methacholine challenges.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
ADIRA NURSING HOME
Yonkers, NY.
06.2010 - 06.2019
Per-diem position at night as a Respiratory Therapist.
Managed a ten to fifteen vent unit.
Performed rounds, managed, maintained LTV-1200 mechanical vents, BIPAP'S
Performed tracheotomy care, administered medication, ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
Respiratory Therapist
St. Mary's Children's Hospital
Queens, New York
06.2023 - Current
Per-diem position as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Conduct therapeutic procedures with treatment methods and equipment. Bronchopulmonary drainage, using IPV, and Cough Assist.
Trach change performed regularly, maintain a patent airway.
Assisted in emergency situations by providing immediate respiratory support as needed.
Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators LTV, Bocsn and handle associated critical care duties.
Interact with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Document patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records accurately.
Education
Associates - Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy
WESTCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE-SUNY
Skills
AS Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Registered and Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Diagnostic Technician
Member of AARC: American Association for Respiratory Care
Registered Respiratory Therapist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish RiteRegistered Respiratory Therapist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite