MARIA BASSANT
Maria Bassant
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented individual committed to excellence in patient care. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Strives to provide strong instruction and guidance to Respiratory therapy students.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital
10.2001 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Provided designated family members with updated information on progress and treatment of patients in critical care unit.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Clinical Instructor for Respiratory Therapy students
Respiratory Tech
Fleming College
06.2023 - Current
- Setup of equipment for labs, cleaning of lab
- Communication with product reps and other techs for preventative maintenance.
- Streamlined department operations by maintaining equipment, supplies, and records in an organized manner.
- Assist with student instruction based on instruction delivered by faculty member.
- Fill in for faculty members to teach content.
Teaching Instructor
Fleming College Sutherland Campus
06.2024 - Current
- Development, implementation and delivery of Simulation scenarios for clinical students.
- Development of high fidelity simulation scenario for Virtu-Wil with fellow authors.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, providing students with a holistic learning experience.
- Implemented various classroom management strategies resulting in an organized and focused learning environment where students thrived academically.
- Fostered critical thinking skills among pupils through thoughtful questioning techniques aimed at deepening comprehension across content areas.
- Monitored student performance through regular assessments and data analysis, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Led discussions on relevant topics and issues in field.
- Supervised students' fieldwork, internship, and research work.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northhumberland Hills Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Research Study Coordinator
Dynamic Drug Advancement
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Monitored unit budget to meet financial objectives for spend rate and funding.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Collected, evaluated, and modeled collected data.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Education and instruction with patients on medication administration, disease process and steps required for study participation.
Education
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON06.2001
Skills
- Ventilator Management
- Physical Assessment
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Diagnostic Tools
- Emergency Medical Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Care Plan Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Ventilation education with Critical Care RNs and students
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Preceptor of Respiratory Therapy Students
Timeline
Teaching Instructor
Fleming College Sutherland Campus
06.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northhumberland Hills Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Respiratory Tech
Fleming College
06.2023 - Current
Research Study Coordinator
Dynamic Drug Advancement
08.2015 - 06.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital
10.2001 - Current
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
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