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Vanessa Ortega Whitney

Albuquerque

Summary

Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at University of New Mexico Hospital, excelling in critical care ventilation and emergency assistance. Proven ability to conduct thorough patient assessments and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal care for ICU and trauma patients. Committed to delivering exceptional respiratory care in high-pressure environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

University of New Mexico Hospital
Albuquerque
04.2021 - Current
  • Deliver comprehensive respiratory care in a Level 1 Trauma Center with a focus on ICU and critical care patients.
  • Manage a variety of ventilator systems, including advanced modes for ARDS, trauma, and post-surgical patients.
  • Conduct thorough respiratory assessments and participate in interdisciplinary rounds to develop and modify care plans.
  • Perform and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) tests, adjusting therapies based on clinical findings.
  • Respond to Code Blue and Rapid Response Team activations, providing life-saving airway management support.
  • Assist with intubations, bronchoscopies, and tracheostomy care in high-acuity settings.
  • Document care using Epic electronic medical records system.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01.2015

Skills

  • Critical care ventilation
  • Arterial Blood Gas Analysis & Interpretation
  • Airway Management & Intubation Assistance
  • Critical care in ICU, trauma settings
  • Patient Assessment & Care Plan Development
  • Emergency assistance
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Electronic Medical Records (Epic, Cerner)
  • Medication administration
  • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Pediatric respiratory care

Certifications And Licensures

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NBRC
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – AHA
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – AHA
  • Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – State of New Mexico

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

University of New Mexico Hospital
04.2021 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Central New Mexico Community College

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

University of Phoenix
Vanessa Ortega Whitney
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