Alexxis Jimenez
Garden Grove
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist Student with hands-on experience in ICU, Emergency Department, and acute care settings. Delivered patient care under high-pressure conditions, ensuring safety and detail-oriented practices. Skilled in ventilator management, airway support, and arterial blood gas analysis. Contributed effectively during Code Blue and Rapid Response events, supporting airway management and ventilation.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Clinical Rotations
Huntington Beach Hospital
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Contributed to high-acuity, time-sensitive clinical events by coordinating and communicating effectively with team members.
- Responded to 4 Code Blue events and supported airway management by preparing intubation equipment, performing bag-valve-mask ventilation, and assisting with chest compressions. Maintained focus and efficiency in high-pressure situations.
- Participated in Rapid Response events, including cases involving NSTEMI and stroke alerts. Assisted the care team by preparing equipment and supporting respiratory interventions.
- Maintained composure and focus during emergencies, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other team members to ensure optimal patient care.
Respiratory Therapy Clinical Rotations
Placentia Linda Hospital
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed respiratory support for over 50 ventilated patients, adjusting ventilator settings under supervision based on patient condition and arterial blood gas values while contributing to initial setup and ongoing management.
- Delivered respiratory care across ICU, Emergency Department, Telemetry, Med-Surg, and Psychiatric units while adapting to varying levels of patient acuity.
- Performed over 20 arterial blood gas draws, ensuring proper technique and sample integrity. Analyzed results to assess ventilation and oxygenation status and to support clinical decision-making.
- Participated in ventilator weaning by monitoring patient tolerance and respiratory parameters, effectively communicating findings to the care team.
- Managed a caseload of 10 to 12 patients per shift in floor therapy and up to 4 ICU patients. Prioritized treatments based on patient condition and acuity.
- Administered respiratory medications such as bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and mucolytics, monitoring patient response and promptly reporting changes in respiratory status.
- Performed airway clearance techniques such as endotracheal and tracheal suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and cough assist therapy to improve ventilation and secretion management.
- Documented patient care using Epic EMR with attention to accuracy and continuity of care.
Procedural Experience
- Assisted in 4 intubations by organizing airway equipment and directly supporting physician during airway placement to ensure patient safety.
- Assisted in 5 bronchoscopies, preparing equipment, monitoring patient vital signs, and ensuring efficient cleanup and turnover to support procedural success.
- Performed 4 extubations, including 1 independently, while monitoring patient response and ensuring a safe transition from mechanical ventilation.
- Participated in endotracheal tube change procedures while providing ongoing airway management through suctioning and vigilant patient monitoring to maintain airway patency.
Equipment and Technical Skills
- Utilized diverse respiratory equipment in acute care settings to support patient respiratory needs.
- Operated ventilators including Carescape (strong proficiency), Hamilton C1 (moderate experience), and Esprit to ensure effective ventilation management.
- Non-invasive ventilation: Philips V60 with strong proficiency and Vision system.
- Administered high-flow oxygen systems, including Airvo 2 (strong proficiency) and Vapotherm (moderate experience), to enhance patient oxygenation.
- Additional technical skills include arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation, EKG acquisition, and basic Epic EMR documentation.
Medications Administered
- Administered and monitored respiratory medications Albuterol, DuoNeb, Pulmicort, Mucomyst, Yupelri, and Decadron to ensure patient response and treatment effectiveness.
Skills
- Respiratory equipment
- Ventilators
- Patient monitoring
- Philips V60
- Hamilton C1
- Carescape
- Airvo 2
- Clinical imaging
- High-flow oxygen systems
- Ventilator support
- Airway management
- Blood gas sampling
- EKG monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Respiratory assessment
- Clinical decision support
- Emergency response
- Critical care
- Patient prioritization
- Workload management
- Team communication
- Decision support
- Team communication
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Procedural Experience
- Assisted in 5 bronchoscopies by preparing equipment, monitoring patient vital signs during the procedure, and ensuring proper cleanup and turnover.
- Assisted in 4 intubations by organizing airway equipment and supporting the physician during airway placement.
- Performed 4 extubations, including 1 independently, while monitoring patient response and ensuring a safe transition from mechanical ventilation.
- Participated in endotracheal tube change procedures and provided ongoing airway management through suctioning and patient monitoring.
Critical Care And Emergency Experience
- Actively contributed during high-acuity and time-sensitive clinical events requiring rapid coordination and clear communication. Responded to 4 Code Blue events and supported airway management by preparing intubation equipment, performing bag-valve-mask ventilation, and assisting with chest compressions. Maintained focus and efficiency in high-pressure situations.
- Participated in Rapid Response events, including cases involving NSTEMI and stroke alerts. Assisted the care team by preparing equipment and supporting respiratory interventions. Demonstrated the ability to remain calm and task-focused during emergencies while working closely with physicians, nurses, and other team members.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Clinical Rotations
Huntington Beach Hospital
02.2026 - 04.2026
Respiratory Therapy Clinical Rotations
Placentia Linda Hospital
12.2025 - 02.2026