Renetta Brasko
Los Angeles
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with an Associate of Science degree, specializing in comprehensive respiratory care, including tracheostomy management, ventilator support, and critical care interventions. Proficient in arterial blood gas analysis and airway clearance techniques to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Olympia Convalescent Hospital
- 03.2026
- Provided CPT, oxygen therapy, and breathing treatments for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Educated patients on proper incentive spirometer use and breathing techniques to improve lung function.
- Performed CPR and monitored respiratory status during emergencies and routine care.
Respiratory Therapist
G & C Adult Residential Facility
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Delivered respiratory care to tracheostomy-dependent patients in home settings, ensuring airway patency and patient safety.
- Performed routine tracheostomy care, including site assessment, cleaning, dressing changes, and infection prevention measures.
- Administered breathing treatments, oxygen therapy, and monitored patient response to prescribed therapies.
- Conducted airway suctioning (tracheal and oral), chest physiotherapy (CPT), and secretion management.
- Collected sputum specimens for culture using aseptic technique and ensured proper handling per protocol.
CNA
Centinela Hospital and Medical Center
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted patients with ADL’s such as dressing, hygiene activities, and feeding.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with mobility and physical therapy exercises.
Education
Associate Of Science - Respiratory Therapy
American Career College
Anaheim, CA09-2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Centennial High School
Compton, CA06-2019
Skills
- Patient Care
- Time Management
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Respiratory Monitoring
- Airway Clearance techniques
- Tracheostomy Care
- Non-Invasive Management
- Mechanical Ventilation Management
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Kindred Hospital/ICU,Floors: Gardena, CA
● Administered aerosolized medication therapy
● Performed arterial blood gas sampling (ABG) analysis, and interpretation to guide ventilator and oxygen
therapy adjustments.
● Delivered oxygen therapy via nasal cannula, non-rebreather, and high flow systems; titrated FIO2 based
on patient condition
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center/ICU,NICU,ED: Torrance, CA
● Assisted in code blue and rapid response situations; provided manual ventilation (BVM) and
endotracheal intubation support
● Operated and managed Drager ventilators for adults in critical condition
● Provided respiratory support and mechanical ventilation management during intra-hospital patient
transports, ensuring secure ventilator settings, oxygen supply, and monitoring vitals throughout transport
● Assisted in the delivery room during C-sections, contributing to immediate neonatal assessment and APGAR scoring.
● Assisted with endotracheal intubations and extubations in ICU, emergency department, and acute care settings
SouthCoast Global Medical Center/ICU,Sub-Acute,Floors,ED: Santa Ana, CA
● Performed routine tracheostomy care including suctioning, stoma site cleaning, and inner cannula
replacement
● Initiated and adjusted non-invasive (NIV) using Phillips V60 BIPAP, including setting IPAP/EPAP, rise
time, and backup rates based on patients conditions and ABG results
● Assisted in ventilator weaning trials (Puritan Bennett 980) and performed spontaneous breathing trials
(SBT)
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- Fire Safety Card
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- CNA
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
G & C Adult Residential Facility
12.2025 - 03.2026
CNA
Centinela Hospital and Medical Center
10.2023 - 04.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Olympia Convalescent Hospital
- 03.2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Centennial High School
Associate Of Science - Respiratory Therapy
American Career College