Karine Shaginyan
Glendale Ca **206
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OBJECTIVE
• Seeking a position in a healthcare organization where I can utilize my advanced skills and abilities as a
Respiratory Care Practitioner, Backed by a solid work history and reputation as a team player and
passion for helping others.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
AllSaints Healthcare
11/2005 – 09/2010, North Hollywood, California
• Received "exemplary" and "exceeds expectations" ratings on all performance reviews. Cited for
excellence in interpersonal communications, teamwork, patient care, flexibility and reliability.
• Lead RT in charge of Six Respiratory Therapists.
• Lead RT in charge of transportations between primary facility and all major hospitals.
• Demonstrated the ability to interact with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Maintain charts that contain patients’ pertinent identification and therapy information
• Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management
techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
• Read prescription, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient
condition.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
• Special qualifications which include specialization in providing respiratory care to infants, pediatrics and
adults.
• Monitor patient’s physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood
chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.
• Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning
safely and efficiently, ordering repairs when necessary.
credentials & CERTIFICATIONS
• Certified – National Board of Respiratory Care License Number (24966) ACTIVE
• PALS – ACTIVE
• CPR – ACTIVE
• Fire Card ACTIVE
• CEUS – ACTIVE
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Current on all immunizations (including tuberculosis and hepatitis B).
• Available for extended hours and weekend assignments.
Referances
• Patricia Tannock Margret Otis Lorena Ramos
Respiratory Manager Pediatric Charge Nurse Co Worker (213)
399 2635 818-***-**** 818-***-****
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