Jennifer Lopez-Suarez
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Care Practitioner with expertise in acute and chronic respiratory care. Proficient in patient and family education, home care coordination, and respiratory equipment management. Recognized for adaptability, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and individualized care in both clinical and home care settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Clerk
City of Los Angeles, Department Recreation & Parks
Los Angeles, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Streamlined administrative processes to enhance operational efficiency within department.
- Managed correspondence and documentation, maintaining accurate records for departmental activities.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols when handling personnel files or company documentation.
- Input data and processed system change to generate accurate reports.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous service while addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Created welcoming environment for customer by greeting and assisting, as well as quickly responding to customer inquiries and needs.
- Reduced errors in data entry tasks by maintaining accurate records and utilizing verification methods.
- Coordinated and maintained impressive office organization to keep facilities efficient, organized, and professional.
- Helped maintain a positive office atmosphere with proactive conflict resolution and team-building efforts.
Home Care Respiratory Therapist
Concierge Nursing
Los Angeles, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies, ensuring optimal patient comfort and care standards.
- Educated patients and families on equipment usage and respiratory health management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on individual needs and responses.
- Developed educational materials to enhance patient understanding of respiratory conditions and treatments.
- Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals seeking guidance on respiratory therapy techniques and best practices.
- Improved quality of life for patients suffering from chronic respiratory diseases through tailored therapy programs.
- Provided education and guidance to patients on proper use of inhalers, nebulizers, and other respiratory equipment for better self-management at home.
Live-In Caregiver
IHSS In Home Support Services
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered comprehensive personal care services, focusing on maintaining patient comfort and safety.
- Facilitated mobility solutions for patient, prioritizing independence and minimizing potential injury.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring compliance with health care plans.
- Developed personalized care plan tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare professionals and family, maintaining continuity of care.
- Provided compassionate care to patient, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring adherence to ethical standards in hospice care.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress and communicated updates to the hospice care team effectively.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and support.
- Served as a liaison between the hospice care team and the patient's primary healthcare provider to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Provided emotional support to patient's family during the grieving process through active listening and empathetic communication.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to address emotional, spiritual, and physical needs, enhancing patient dignity and well-being.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
Downey, CA
07.2017 - 04.2024
- Delivered respiratory treatments for patients with complex acute and chronic conditions, ensuring safety and optimal clinical outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive respiratory assessments to guide individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment use, and home-care strategies.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and modified ventilator settings based on clinical findings.
- Assisted with intubations and bedside bronchoscopic procedures.
- Provided tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, and invasive/non-invasive ventilator management.
- Monitored patient progress through vital signs, lung assessments, and respiratory patterns.
- Maintained and cleaned respiratory equipment to ensure home-ready functionality.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Southern California Hospital of Culver City
Culver City, CA
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to enhance patient recovery and comfort.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for rehabilitation patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage for improved outcomes.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of respiratory care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Maxim Healthcare Services
03.2013 - 12.2016
- Delivered respiratory therapy services across multiple levels of patient support in home-care and facility settings.
- Collaborated with physicians to create care plans for patients with chronic respiratory diseases.
- Performed diagnostic tests including lung capacity measurements, peak flows, and spirometry.
- Provided aerosol therapies, lung expansion techniques, and airway clearance.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and home equipment use.
- Set up and safely operated home-care respiratory equipment including mechanical ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, HFPV, and percussive therapy devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA10-2023
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA06-2011
High School Diploma -
Culver City Adult School
Culver City, CA06-2006
Skills
- Home Health Respiratory Care
- Tracheostomy & Airway Management
- Ventilator Management (Invasive/Non-Invasive)
- Oxygen Therapy & Delivery Systems
- Patient & Family Respiratory Education
- Care Plan Development
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Aerosol Therapies & Airway Clearance Techniques
- Medical Equipment Setup, Cleaning &
Certification
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) — Expires 2026-04-30
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Expires 2026-07-31
- Basic Life Support (BLS), AHA — Expires 2026-04
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), AHA — Expires 2026-04
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), AHA — Expires 2026-04
Languages
English — Native/Bilingual
Spanish — Native/Bilingual
Timeline
Home Care Respiratory Therapist
Concierge Nursing
05.2025 - Current
Administrative Clerk
City of Los Angeles, Department Recreation & Parks
02.2025 - Current
Live-In Caregiver
IHSS In Home Support Services
04.2024 - 10.2024
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
07.2017 - 04.2024
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Southern California Hospital of Culver City
01.2017 - 07.2017
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Maxim Healthcare Services
03.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
East Los Angeles College
High School Diploma -
Culver City Adult School