Tommy Gabaldon
Apple Valley
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Therapist specializing in mechanical ventilation and arterial blood gas analysis. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and problem-solving in diverse healthcare environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
APF
Upland
05.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with various respiratory conditions.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Assessed patient responses to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions and interpreting test results to inform ongoing care.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques to promote self-management and improve health literacy.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Documented patient responses to treatments in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Respiratory Therapist
J.F.K Hospital
Indio
05.2018 - 11.2025
- Covid Unit
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with various respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans to optimize respiratory outcomes.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis to assess patient's respiratory status.
- Assisted in conducting pulmonary tests to evaluate lung function and guide treatment decisions.
- ER,MED SURGE, ICU,PEDS
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Hospital Bakersfield
Bakersfield
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with various respiratory conditions.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment, ensuring reliability and safety for patient treatments.
- Provided emergency care, including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Floated between emergency room, medical surgical units, ICU, and pediatrics to deliver comprehensive care across diverse patient populations.
- Worked as a traveling Respiratory Therapist in various healthcare settings, adapting quickly to different teams and patient needs.
Respiratory Therapist
Banner Baywood Medical Center
Phoenix
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators, ensuring optimal patient support during critical care.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with various respiratory conditions.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessments, addressing patient needs and aligning with physician orders.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate and implement effective patient care strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Platt College
Ontario, CA05-2018
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Ventilation management
- Pulmonary function testing
- Critical care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Emergency medical care
- Equipment maintenance
- Care coordination
- Care planning
- Plan modification
- Response protocols
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
APF
05.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Hospital Bakersfield
04.2024 - 02.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Banner Baywood Medical Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
Respiratory Therapist
J.F.K Hospital
05.2018 - 11.2025
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Platt College