Diana Barela
Manteca
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 14 years of experience in acute healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Insync Staffing
03.2023 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
Respiratory Therapist
Kentfield Of San Francisco
04.2022 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Respiratory Therapist
Maxim Healthcare
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Respiratory Therapist
Covelo Group
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Respiratory Therapist
Emanuel Medical Center, Tenet Healthcare
09.2015 - 04.2019
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Respiratory Therapist
Trustaff
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Respiratory Therapist
San Joaquin General Hospital
09.2012 - 02.2017
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kaplan College
Salida, CA04.2010
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Diagnostic tools
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care Documentation
- Care Plan Management
- Physical assessments
- Time management
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Insync Staffing
03.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Kentfield Of San Francisco
04.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing
07.2020 - 04.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Covelo Group
08.2019 - 10.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Maxim Healthcare
04.2019 - 02.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Trustaff
06.2018 - 02.2019
Respiratory Therapist
Emanuel Medical Center, Tenet Healthcare
09.2015 - 04.2019
Respiratory Therapist
San Joaquin General Hospital
09.2012 - 02.2017
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kaplan College
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