Priscilla Morales
Arvada
Summary
Skilled Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at UCHealth, adept in airway management and emergency medical care. Demonstrated excellence in enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and relationship building. Fluent in Spanish, ensuring comprehensive care for diverse patient populations. Proven track record in mentoring and advancing respiratory therapy practices.
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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth
08.2022 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units (Medical, Surgical, Neuro, Cardiothoracic, Burn and Neonatal ICU), ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Respiratory Care Partner
UCHealth
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted Respiratory therapist with trach care in various units
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Assisted in Home Oxygen evaluations for patients discharging
- Enhanced patient care by delivering CPT therapy
- Providing FVC and NIF instructions to patients
- Assisted Respiratory therapist with intubations by running ABGs and also with tube holders
- Assisted with ventilator circuit changes
- Enabled efficient healthcare team collaboration through timely information sharing about changes in patients' conditions.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Equipment Technician
UCHealth
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced production efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Assisted in stocking of Respiratory Supplies
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Maintained a quick turnover of respiratory ventilators and equipment to be used in emergent situations.
- Assisted in picking up and cleaning respiratory equipment from all units
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and performance data for future reference.
- Provided inventory for respiratory supplies and orders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO04-2024
Associates of Occupational Studies - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO08-2022
Skills
- Bilingual - Fluent in Spanish
- BLS, ACLS, NRP
- Adult critical care
- Airway management - ET Tube and Tracheostomies
- Medical record documentation
- Tracheostomy care
- Treatment administration
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- End-of-life care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Emergency medical care
- Team collaboration
- Neonatal intensive care
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Problem solving and multitasking abilities
- Treatment plan development
- Adaptability to change
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of better communication with bedside report.
- Part of the Preceptor Committee that ensures we on board new staff in a supportful manner
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UCHealth
08.2022 - Current
Respiratory Care Partner
UCHealth
04.2022 - 08.2022
Equipment Technician
UCHealth
12.2020 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Associates of Occupational Studies - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
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