Michelle Barkum
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Proficient and caring Respiratory Therapist offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient respiratory needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds and with different respiratory conditions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCI Placentia Linda
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns and providing compassionate support during challenging moments of their treatment journey.
- Supported patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to enhance their quality of life through targeted therapies.
- Optimized respiratory care delivery by maintaining and troubleshooting wide range of respiratory equipment.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Respiratory Therapy Student
CHOC Children's Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Maintained accurate documentation of respiratory therapy treatments administered, ensuring effective communication among the healthcare team and facilitating continuity of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by monitoring vital signs, blood gases, and other diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of therapy treatments.
- Reduced risk of complications from invasive procedures through careful preparation of supplies, sterilization of instrumentation, and diligent monitoring of patient status.
- Assisted in rapid response teams, providing critical care in emergency situations to save lives.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Emanate Inter-community Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Assisted patients with chronic lung conditions by recommending appropriate devices for home use and providing education on proper usage techniques.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Platt College
Ontario06-2025
Certified Nurse Assistant
North Orange County ROP
Orange, CA01-2008
High School Diploma -
Garden Grove High School
Garden Grove, CA01-2008
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient assessments
- Oxygen therapy
- Respiratory equipment training
- CNA certification
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR, ACLS and PALS Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
05.2025 - 06.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student
CHOC Children's Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student
Emanate Inter-community Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCI Placentia Linda
08.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Platt College
Certified Nurse Assistant
North Orange County ROP
High School Diploma -
Garden Grove High School
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