Yulissa Chavero
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Possessing compassionate and dedicated nature, demonstrating solid understanding of respiratory care principles and techniques. Well-versed in patient assessment and treatment planning, with hands-on skills in operating respiratory equipment and administering therapies. Capable of significantly improving patient outcomes while fostering supportive and healing environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Mission Medical Center
Mission, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted therapies based on clinical assessments.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans and outcomes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
South Texas Health System Edinburg
Texas
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing effective discharge planning and follow-up care instructions for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Assisted physician with intubation.
Education
Associate Degree In Respiratory Therapy - Cardiopulmonary
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX05-2022
Skills
- Airway management
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Tracheostomy care
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient care documentation
- Treatment administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intubation
- Patient advocacy
- Care planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Mission Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
South Texas Health System Edinburg
09.2022 - Current
Associate Degree In Respiratory Therapy - Cardiopulmonary
South Texas College