Veronica Madriz

• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Responded to emergency codes and RRTs.
• Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen patient's respiratory functions.
• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
• Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
• Conducted tests such as EKGs and FVC.
• Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.

Instructed on proper usage of equipment and masks.

Provided safe and efficient portable oxygen delivery.

Exchanged outdated ventilators for new units every four months.

Addressed emergency bipap and ventilator malfunctions during monthly on-call weekends.

Managed oxygen treatment for both vented and non-vented trached individuals.

Conducted monthly trach changes for patients.

Supported the process of evaluating patients for decannulation.