Yadira Martinez
San Marcos,TX
Summary
I have been in the healthcare field as a Respiratory Therapist with 23 years experience working to treat and educate patients with respiratory issues. I work alongside and in collaboration with Nurses and Physicians to create effective treatments for my patients’ breathing disorders. I am passionate about what I do and enjoy taking care of my patients. I am a good communicator, highly dependable, motivated, responsible, fast learner and always strive to do my job to the best of my ability. I have loved to be a part of the Christus ministry for the last 10 years and would love to continue my Respiratory career as part of the Christus San Marcos team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Alamo Heights
San Antonio, TX
03.2014 - Current
- Assist with airway management and emergencies in PACU. Work alongside Anesthesia and CRNA’s identifying post op respiratory complications.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators, Cpap and Bipap to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Rady Children’s Hospital Of San Diego
San Diego, CA
07.2008 - 01.2014
- Managed ventilator settings of critically ill children with the assistance of Physician
- Administered medications via inhalation or oral routes as prescribed by physicians, monitoring patient response closely to adjust therapy as necessary.
- Assisted in the training of new respiratory therapists, sharing best practices and techniques in pediatric care.
- Educated parents on proper use of home medical equipment, increasing adherence to prescribed therapies and reducing hospital readmissions.
- Identified opportunities to improve parent education materials related to common childhood respiratory conditions like asthma or bronchiolitis, and cystic fibrosis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive and effective treatment for all pediatric patients.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized respiratory therapy plans for pediatric patients.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Conducted tests such as EKG’s.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cross Country Trav Corps
Boca Raton, FL
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Travel company, worked in various pediatric facilities in Texas and California
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for pediatric patients.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis and asthma.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children’s Medical Center Dallas
Dallas, TX
02.2004 - 06.2006
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Tracheostomy changes and care
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- LTV 950/1000 ventilator management, Bipap/Cpap, Vapotherm
- CPR educator
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen
Harlingen, TX
06.2001 - 01.2004
- Worked in all units of hospital from newborns to pediatric population.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Valley Grande Manor
Brownsville,TX
05.2000 - 06.2001
- Employed as an RT student/nursing home facility
- Trach care, oxygen therapy, home ventilator management, and PB 7200 ventilator.
- Bronchodilator therapy
- Assisted with setup for patient transports
Education
Bachelors Of Applied Technology - Respiratory Therapy
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX12.2003
Associates In Applied Technology - Respiratory Therapy
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX05.2001
Skills
- Professional and compassionate bedside manner
- Strong work ethic and communication skills
- Customer service and building customer relationships
- Organized, Time management
- Team player
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NBRC RRT
- Texas Medical Board RRT
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Alamo Heights
03.2014 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Rady Children’s Hospital Of San Diego
07.2008 - 01.2014
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cross Country Trav Corps
06.2006 - 06.2008
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children’s Medical Center Dallas
02.2004 - 06.2006
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen
06.2001 - 01.2004
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Valley Grande Manor
05.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelors Of Applied Technology - Respiratory Therapy
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Associates In Applied Technology - Respiratory Therapy
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College