Thomas Giambarberee
Respiratory Therapist
Hudson,Florida
Summary
Ive have worked in all aspects of Respiratory Therapy and feel Im a well rounded therapist . I get alonge well with all types of People and my patients and families always prefer me .
I understand well when my services need to be available and when i need more involvement from other Departments and or supervisors and or managers .
I have a compasionate heart but know my limits as a employee and Respiratory therapist ..
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Signature HealthCARE
Tarpon Springs, FL
10.2021 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Central Tampa
Tampa, FL
01.2018 - 10.2022
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kensington Gardens
Clearwater, FL
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital South Tampa
Tampa, FL
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- 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.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Respiratory Therapist
Genesis Respiratory Healh Services
Hudson, FL
03.2011 - 04.2018
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Respiratory Therapist
Kensington Gardens
Clearwater, FL
10.2009 - 03.2018
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mathematics , English Sociology , Core Studies
SPCC
St, Petersburg Fl 05.2001 -
Respiratory Therapy
St Petersburg Vocational Education Center
St Petersburg Fl . 01.1989 - 02.1990
High School Diploma -
Gulf Comprehensive High School
School Rd New Port Richey Fl. 11.1984 - 12.1984
Skills
ACLS/BLS
Accomplishments
I have been in Respiratory since 1990 .I currently have my ACLS/BLS .I have been an educator for nuresing to teach them trach care ,suctioning and setup and maintenance for a new or long term tracheostomy patient.
I have worked with pediatrics but prefer adults . .
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of a Respiratory Dept to begin and operate ...
- Interests inside the workplace include patients improving and haveing quality of life .
- Interests outside the workplace include bicycling , Fishing and going to church and spending time with friends and family and gardening .
Bicycling
I collected a few old schwinn Bikes from my childhood I ejoy rideing and getting daily exercise if possible .
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kensington Gardens
05.2022 - 06.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital South Tampa
03.2022 - 06.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Signature HealthCARE
10.2021 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital Central Tampa
01.2018 - 10.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Genesis Respiratory Healh Services
03.2011 - 04.2018
Respiratory Therapist
Kensington Gardens
10.2009 - 03.2018
Associate of Arts - Mathematics , English Sociology , Core Studies
SPCC
05.2001 -
Respiratory Therapy
St Petersburg Vocational Education Center
01.1989 - 02.1990
High School Diploma -
Gulf Comprehensive High School
11.1984 - 12.1984