Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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TUWANI JONES

TUWANI JONES

Converse,TX

Summary

I am a motivated, hardworking, well-organized with reliable communication and leadership skills, with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I have experience in LTAC and Hospitals settings, working trauma, emergency, ICU, neonates, pedaritics and adults. I am skilled in operating respiratory equipment, medications, patient care and education as well as providing resuscitation care. I am eager to contribute to your hospital mission through effective and satisfactory patient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Dallas, TX
07.2023 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
  • Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
  • Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
  • Trained new employees on proper respiratory therapy techniques.
  • Provided supervision to Respiratory Therapy staff, including scheduling and evaluating performance.
  • Implemented safety protocols within the department as needed.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.

Respiratory Therapist Team Lead

Texas Vista Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Lead and supervised a team of respiratory therapists, ensuring all tasks were completed according to departmental standards.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback in order to improve job performance.
  • Provided guidance, mentorship, and support to staff members on the team.
  • Assisted in training new respiratory therapists on the team, providing guidance as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to respiratory therapy services.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints regarding respiratory therapy services.
  • Attended conferences or seminars related to respiratory care in order keep up-to-date on industry trends.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
  • Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Respiratory Therapist

Meridian Care
San Antonio, TX
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
  • Assist patients with respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD etc.
  • Provide Trach care to patients that are on the Ventilator long term.

  • Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
  • Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
  • Conducted airway clearance techniques for patients with COPD or cystic fibrosis.
  • Assisted in intubations, extubations, tracheostomies, bronchoscopies, mechanical ventilation and other related procedures.
  • Instructed patients on how to properly use breathing exercises and postural drainage techniques.
  • Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
  • Assisted with chest physiotherapy on pediatric patients suffering from asthma or pneumonia.
  • Educated family members about home care options available for respiratory illness management.
  • Developed an understanding of common respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, emphysema.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ
12-2023

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

ST Phillips College
San Antonio, TX
07-2019

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Administration
  • Care Planning
  • Patient Care
  • Quality Improvement
  • Pediatric Care
  • Ventilator Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Airway Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Employee Training Program
  • Employee Recruitment and Hiring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Employee Supervision
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Quality Control
  • Codes Compliance
  • Patient Advocacy

Certification

  • American Heart Association: PALS, ACLS, BLS and NRP provider.
  • National Board of Respiratory Care _ San Antonio, Texas
  • Texas Medical Board- San Antoio, Texas.

Accomplishments

  • Member of AARC/TSRC since

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
07.2023 - Current

Respiratory Therapist Team Lead

Texas Vista Medical Center
04.2021 - 04.2023

Respiratory Therapist

Meridian Care
04.2020 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

Pima Medical Institute

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

ST Phillips College

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