Taji Aaron
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
A graduate student of the illustrious Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University where I studied Cardiopulmonary Science. A confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities. I am Well skilled and knowledgeable on all charting systems, different types of mechanical ventilator machines, disease processes , aerosol and hyperinflation techniques. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced challenging work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Gulf Coast Medical Center
Panama City, FL
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Ventilator management (PB 840, Puritan Bennet 900 Series)
- High flow oxygen ( Airvo; Vapotherm)
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Santa Rosa Medical Center
Milton, FL
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient.
- Educated patients and family members about proper use of medical equipment and medications.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments, making adjustments as needed.
- Assisted with intubations, ventilator management, bronchoscopies, chest physiotherapy, oxygen administration, aerosol treatments, airway clearance techniques, tracheostomies and other related procedures.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and spirometry testing.
- Managed acute exacerbation of chronic conditions such as COPD or asthma attacks.
- Operate PB 840 mechanical ventilators and bipap v60 following specified parameters of treatment.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators and handle associated critical care duties.
- Provide direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilize therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
- Administer medication and ventilatory support.
- Inspect and clean respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Maintain patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operate Hamilton (G5) mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Epic charting
COVID-19 Crisis Travel Respiratory Therapist
LADH-University Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure devices.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted arterial blood gas.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, ventilator management and bronchoscopies.
- Meditech Charting
- Ventilator management ( Puritan Bennet, Servo I)
- High flow oxygen ( Airvo; Vapotherm, Optiflow)
- Covid management
COVID-19 Crisis Travel Respiratory Therapist
St. Davids Medical Center
Austin, TX
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Cared for patients by providing respiratory treatments.
- Administered therapies and medications via inhalers, gas administration apparatuses and environmental control systems.
- Documented, handled and reported critical values.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted arterial blood gas.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Ventilator management (Servo i; Puritan Bennet)
- High flow oxygen (Airvo; vapotherm ; optiflow)
- Covid management
- Cerner Charting
COVID -19 Crisis Travel Respiratory Therapist
The Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus
El Paso, TX
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Delivered comprehensive critical care to restore and strengthen patients' respiratory functions.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure devices.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted arterial blood gas.
- Covid management
- Ventilator management
- Bipap & Cpap setup and management
Respiratory Therapist
Tallahasee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided respiratory care and monitored patients with cardiopulmonary needs.
- Administered breathing treatments in addition to coaching breathing techniques along with devices.
- Quality control and maintenance of blood gas analyzers, specimen collection and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Ventilator management (Servo I/U, VELA, V60 Bipap, LTV, and astral vent).
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
- Documented on PowerChart Electronic Medical Record System.
- Interacted with family members, patients, nurses, and physicians to coordinate information regarding adequate patient care.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Demonstrated self reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL05.2020
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Gardens High School
Palm Beach Gardens, FL05.2015
Skills
- Caregiver support
- Respiratory testing
- Instructions and cleaning procedures
- Knowledgeable on Cerner Charting System
- Knowledgeable on Meditech Charting System
- Knowledgeable on Epic Charting System
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Knowledgeable on Istat
- Arterial Blood Gas analyzer
- Bronchoscopies
- Detail oriented
- Strong clinical judgement
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Gulf Coast Medical Center
03.2024 - 11.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Santa Rosa Medical Center
12.2023 - 03.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2023
COVID-19 Crisis Travel Respiratory Therapist
LADH-University Medical Center
01.2022 - 06.2022
COVID-19 Crisis Travel Respiratory Therapist
St. Davids Medical Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
COVID -19 Crisis Travel Respiratory Therapist
The Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus
11.2020 - 03.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Tallahasee Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Gardens High School
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