Stephen Torres
Glendale ,CA
Summary
Energetic professional with several years of experience in respiratory therapy. Known for being a punctual employee dedicated to following safety procedures and protocols to prevent mishaps and ensure a safe working environment. Valued by supervisors and peers for a strong work ethic, reliability, and a collaborative spirit. Committed to addressing the medical needs of the community with compassion and efficiency. Skilled in patient care management. Continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth and ways to contribute positively to team objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Health & Services
Mission Hills
03.2011 - Current
- Experienced Respiratory Therapist with over 13 years of dedicated service to the community, overseeing critical patients in the ICU and ER.
- Delivered exceptional care, optimized patient outcomes, and advanced respiratory therapy standards in a dynamic healthcare setting.
- Proven team leader during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Managed multiple ventilator modalities including APRV.
Respiratory Therapist
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
San Gabriel
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Delivered therapy orders.
- Conducted arterial blood gas analysis as part of diagnostic testing.
- Managed multiple ventilator modalities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
North Hollywood, CA01-2011
Skills
- Care Planning
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Care Plan Management
- Patient Education
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Emergency Room Respiratory therapy
- ICU
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Relationship Building
- Physical assessments
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- A health-conscious individual who likes to stay active.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
01.2012 - 08.2012
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Health & Services
03.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College