Byron Caacbay
Respiratory Therapist
Makati City
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 5 years of experience in hospital healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Jr Respiratory Therapist
Makati Medical Center
Makati City
01.2018 - Current
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Cagayan State University-Andrews Campus
Tuguegarao City,Cagayan Valley 06.2013 - 06.2017
Skills
Respiratory healthcare equipment
Timeline
Jr Respiratory Therapist
Makati Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Cagayan State University-Andrews Campus
06.2013 - 06.2017
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