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Leadership ~ Patient Care Excellence ~ Documentation ~ Emergency Care

• Extensive patient relations skills gained from 15 years as a Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioner and prior background as a Paramedic; extremely skilled in emergency interventions.
• Solid leadership expertise includes team-building, mentoring, training, and staff supervision.

• Able to recommend and employ appropriate respiratory care procedures based on observed abnormalities.
• Excel at caring for patients via multiple modalities and equipment such as oxygen masks and ventilators.
• Proficiency in setting up and operating state-of-the-art respiratory machines, responding to cardiopulmonary emergency interventions, and delivering quality-focused bedside care.

Adjunct Instructor -- Grossmont College, 2004 to Present

• Plan, develop, and administer curriculum to 2^nd year RCP students completing clinical rotations.

Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioner -- Sharp Mary Birch NICU, 2002 to 2017

• Effectively cared for patients on mechanical ventilation, HFOV, INO, Heliox, and non-invasive ventilation.
• Played an active role in high-risk deliveries, neonatal resuscitation, and transportation to and from NICU.
• Accurately interpreted chest x-rays and blood gases, and critically analyzed patients physical signs and symptoms as integral member of healthcare team.
• Thoroughly explained treatment procedures and provided comprehensive patient education.
• Applied dynamic leadership talents toward training, mentoring, and coaching new hires and students.
• Proactively spearheaded charge reconciliation initiative to improve department productivity.
• Drove cohesive efforts among physicians, nursing staff, administrative personnel, and other departments to maintain top-quality care and compliance with all hospital and government regulations.
• Maintained up-to-date medical records and adhered to strict regulations for confidentiality.

Undercover Agent -- Bureau of Automotive Repair, 1999 to 2005

• Authorized and coordinated repairs to vehicles, and compiled evidence for prosecution.

Firefighter Paramedic -- Lakeside Fire District / El Centro Fire, 1997 to 1999

• Demonstrated expertise in firefighting, public safety education, and administering first aid within community.
• Assessed and stabilized patients, performed intubation, gained IV access, administered medication, and transported patients to hospital.
• Concurrently served as CPR Instructor and Water Safety Instructor.

Paramedic -- Gold Cross Ambulance, 1996 to 1998

• Efficiently responded to a broad range of calls for emergency and non-emergency medical assistance.
• Swiftly and decisively assessed, stabilized and transported patients, practiced BLS and ALS techniques, and communicated with patients, family members, and EMS personnel on scene to effectively treat patient.

A.S., Respiratory Therapy, Grossmont College EMT-P and Fire Science, Palomar College

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Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a respiratory therapist and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

In addition to 15 years experience as a respiratory therapist, I offer considerable expertise in emergency medical care from a prior career as a paramedic, well-honed clinical skills, and proven strengths in documentation and bedside care. My broad experience across decision-making, personnel leadership, and patient education capacities certainly indicates my versatility and ability to deliver positive contributions in any environment. To complement these qualifications, I offer exemplary organizational, critical thinking, managerial, and interpersonal skills which are integral as a respiratory therapist.

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through excellent clinical acumen and team-building skills. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

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