Silvia Faruque
Richmond,TX
Summary
Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
Sugar Land, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Facilitated open communication channels among team members, fostering a collaborative working environment that prioritizes excellent patient care delivery.
- Led departmental quality improvement initiatives, addressing identified gaps in care delivery and striving for ongoing excellence in respiratory therapy services.
- Ensured optimal patient care through diligent monitoring of respiratory equipment and vital signs.
- Conducted regular audits of respiratory therapy documentation, promoting compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Optimized ventilator management protocols, leading to improved patient comfort levels during mechanical ventilation periods.
- Enhanced team efficiency by providing thorough training and mentorship to junior respiratory therapists.
- Streamlined patient assessment processes, resulting in quicker treatment decisions and reduced wait times.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities for the respiratory therapy team, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary medical teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the respiratory therapy team, ensuring quality care delivery for all patients.
- Evaluated emerging trends in respiratory care technology, advocating for adoption where appropriate to enhance clinical efficacy.
- Assessed performance metrics for the department regularly, identifying areas requiring improvement or intervention.
- Spearheaded process improvements aimed at increasing departmental productivity and reducing operational costs.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the respiratory therapy department, minimizing cross-contamination risks.
- Collaborated with physicians to accurately diagnose and treat various pulmonary disorders, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized respiratory care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing effective patient education on self-care techniques and medication adherence.
- Contributed to hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience scores through targeted interventions in the respiratory therapy domain.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ10.2021
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Marketing
United I International University
Dhaka, Bangladesh 12.2007
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical record documentation
- Quality Improvement
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Endotracheal intubation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure
- Bronchodilator Administration
- Airway Management
- Scheduling Coordination
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Vital signs monitoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient support
- Physical assessments
- Patient care documentation
- CPR/AED
- Emergency Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Care Plan Management
- Care management
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Spirometer reading
- Treatment Planning
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist
- Diagnostic Tools
- Respiratory treatment planning
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
Languages
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Urdu
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
02.2021 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Marketing
United I International University