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Ryan Ortiz

Fountain Valley

Summary

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and recent graduate with a solid clinical foundation in cardiopulmonary diagnostics, mechanical ventilation, and acute patient care. Backed by 11 years of experience in loss prevention and 6 years in retail management, offering strong leadership, communication, and crisis-resolution skills. Recognized for staying composed under pressure and delivering compassionate, patient-focused care in high-stress environments. Adept at working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes. Ready to bring a unique blend of healthcare training and real-world management experience to a dynamic clinical setting.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Experience

Orange County Global Medical Center
  • Performed a wide range of respiratory care procedures in a high-acuity hospital setting, including ventilator management, arterial blood gas sampling, and oxygen therapy.
  • Assisted with endotracheal intubations, bronchoscopies, and patient assessments in the ICU, ER, and Med-Surg units.
  • Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.

Clinical Experience

Kindred Hospital Santa Ana
  • Gained experience in long-term acute care, focusing on chronic ventilator weaning and tracheostomy care.
  • Conducted ventilator rounds, monitored patient progress, and performed suctioning, CPT, and medication delivery via aerosol therapy.
  • Supported continuity of care for patients with complex pulmonary conditions and comorbidities.

Clinical Experience

French Park Care Center
  • Delivered respiratory therapy in a subacute/skilled nursing environment with a focus on geriatric and long-term patients.
  • Managed oxygen therapy devices, administered nebulized medications, and maintained respiratory equipment.
  • Built foundational skills in patient interaction, documentation, and time management in a rehabilitative setting.

Executive Team Leader of Asset Protection

Target
04.2019 - 03.2024
  • Manage the prevention, identification, and resolution of external and internal theft incidents and investigations.
  • Determine operational shortage priorities and partner with other leaders to develop tactics that will reduce shortage and drive profitable sales.
  • Recruited and hired talented individuals bringing depth and experience to organization.

Asset Protection Team Leader

Target
07.2017 - 04.2022
  • Identify theft trends by leveraging technology, reporting, and surveillance tactics.
  • Built cross-functional relationships with business partners to reduce losses.
  • Educated store personnel and customers to apply best practices and comply with loss prevention policies and procedures.

Asset Protection Investigator

Sak’s 5th Ave
12.2015 - 07.2017


  • Investigated, detained, and prosecuted suspects with high case values.
  • Conducted shortage control, asset protection and safety inspections and audits with accurate documentation of results and potential or existing hazards.
  • Represented company in court proceedings to offer testimony and support.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College
Garden Grove

High School Diploma - General Education

Buena Park High School
Buena Park, CA

Skills

  • Ventilator Management
  • Arterial Blood Gas Sampling & Analysis
  • Oxygen & Aerosol Therapy
  • Suctioning & Airway Management
  • Emergency Response & Code Team Support
  • Patient & Family Education
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Team Collaboration & Communication

Certification


  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Timeline

Executive Team Leader of Asset Protection

Target
04.2019 - 03.2024

Asset Protection Team Leader

Target
07.2017 - 04.2022

Asset Protection Investigator

Sak’s 5th Ave
12.2015 - 07.2017

Clinical Experience

Orange County Global Medical Center

Clinical Experience

Kindred Hospital Santa Ana

Clinical Experience

French Park Care Center

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College

High School Diploma - General Education

Buena Park High School

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