Suren Ayrapetyan
7030 Longridge ,CA
Summary
Proven Certified Respiratory Therapist with a track record of enhancing patient outcomes at Sherman Village Healthcare Center. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and adept at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Excelled in optimizing ventilator management and improving patient education on respiratory techniques, significantly boosting patient comfort and recovery rates.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Sherman Village Healthcare Center
12750 Riverside Dr, Valley Village CA 91607
11.2023 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in staff meetings, sharing valuable insights, and promoting open communication among colleagues.
- Streamlined department operations through effective inventory control and maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering prescribed respiratory therapy treatments and monitoring patient responses.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing education on the proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and medical histories for improved continuity of care.
- Optimized ventilator management by assessing patient needs and making necessary adjustments based on clinical findings.
- Expedited emergency response times, participating in Code Blue situations as an essential member of the rapid response team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with respiratory disorders.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosing complex respiratory conditions through thorough assessment and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated timely weaning from mechanical ventilation by closely monitoring vital signs, blood gas results, and overall readiness for extubation.
- Enhanced patient experience during aerosol treatments by demonstrating proper technique while ensuring they are comfortable throughout the process.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
American Staffing Agency
1445 Huntington Dr # 220, South Pasadena CA 91030
10.2010 - Current
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
438 W Las Tunas Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Los Angeles
04.2014 - 03.2021
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control policies and maintaining a clean workspace.
Education
Certified Respiratory Therapist - Medical
Concorde Career College
North Hollywood, CA08.2011
Skills
- Aerosol Therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Airway Management
- Respiratory equipment setup
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Sherman Village Healthcare Center
11.2023 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
06.2018 - 06.2021
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Los Angeles
04.2014 - 03.2021
Certified Respiratory Therapist
American Staffing Agency
10.2010 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist - Medical
Concorde Career College