SOLEDAD TORRES
Chatsworth,GA
Summary
Experienced respiratory therapist with a passion for exceptional patient care. Thrives in dynamic environments and embraces diverse travel assignments for continuous learning and growth. Committed to building strong relationships with patients and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver optimal respiratory therapy services. Excels in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of respiratory conditions using advanced techniques and equipment. Dedicated to staying current with industry advancements and continuously enhancing skills to provide the highest level of care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Piedmont Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Contributed to improved patient satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate and empathetic care throughout the treatment process.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Kept abreast of industry advancements by attending continuing education courses, maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Maintained state-of-the-art knowledge in respiratory therapy techniques, ensuring application of latest evidence-based practices.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to assess lung capacity, contributing to accurate and timely treatment adjustments.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Respiratory Therapist
ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND
01.2023 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Respiratory Therapist
PIEDMONT MOUNTAINSIDE HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PROLINK STAFFING
01.2022 - 03.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
ADVENTHEALTH
03.2021 - 01.2022
Respiratory Therapist
KRUCIAL STAFFING
06.2020 - 03.2021
Respiratory Therapist
REDMOND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
03.2020 - 03.2021
Respiratory Therapist
FLOYD MEDICAL CENTER
07.2019 - 06.2020
Administrative Assistant/ Compliance Quality Management Administrative Assistant
INTEGRA REHABILITATION
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Assist with associate development programs, contributing to the education and professional development of all associates
- Maintain updates to various spreadsheets/databases
- Provides administrative support to Compliance & Quality Management leadership to ensure corporate, state, and federal compliance
- Provide support with departmental projects, as needed
- Assist with the Medicare denial processes in conjunction with the Director of Compliance & Quality Management
- Prepare and communicate monthly or quarterly reports into excel spreadsheets/graphs
- Demonstrate superior customer service through courtesy, consistent follow-up and positive communication
Education
Associates Of Respiratory Care - Respiratory Care
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA05.2019
Bachelor Of Science - Exercise Science
Berry College
Berry12.2012
Skills
- Critical Care Experience
- Triage
- Cerner
- Meditech
- Epic
- Quality Management
- Documentation review
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
- PALS
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Piedmont Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND
01.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PROLINK STAFFING
01.2022 - 03.2022
Respiratory Therapist
PIEDMONT MOUNTAINSIDE HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
ADVENTHEALTH
03.2021 - 01.2022
Respiratory Therapist
KRUCIAL STAFFING
06.2020 - 03.2021
Respiratory Therapist
REDMOND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
03.2020 - 03.2021
Respiratory Therapist
FLOYD MEDICAL CENTER
07.2019 - 06.2020
Administrative Assistant/ Compliance Quality Management Administrative Assistant
INTEGRA REHABILITATION
05.2016 - 03.2019
Associates Of Respiratory Care - Respiratory Care
Dalton State College
Bachelor Of Science - Exercise Science
Berry College
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