Lauryn Argallon-Garcia

Respiratory Therapist

Iowa City, IA

641-***-****

ac8k9y@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

Patient-centered Entry Level Therapist trained on the latest technology and therapeutic techniques. Thrives when working in team environment in professional patient care and treatment environment. Eager learner invested in expanding professional horizons.

EXPERIENCE

Lexington Square, Keokuk, IA - Respiratory Therapist Student FEB 2018 - PRESENT

● Interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders

● Practice as a student respiratory therapist under the supervision of licensed respiratory therapist

● Consult with physicians to develop patient treatment plans

● Perform diagnostic tests, such as measuring lung capacity

● Treat patients by using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy and aerosol medications

● Monitor and record patients’ progress

● Teach patients how to take medications and manage home equipment, such as ventilators

● Perform in rapid response situations and codes

OSF St. Mary's Medical Center, Galesburg, IL - Respiratory Therapy Assistant

MAR 2018 - JUNE 2018

● The Student Respiratory Therapy Assistant, under the direction of the Cardiopulmonary Manager and RRT/CRT, is responsible for supporting, treating, and maintaining the respiratory system and providing respiratory therapy for all ages as ordered by a physician, according to established standards and practices.

Klein Center (Great River Health Systems), West Burlington, IA- CNA MAY 2017 - APRIL 2018

● Assists with direct patient care under the supervision of the RN or other medical professionals.

● Provide patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.

● Position, feed, bathe, dress and assist patients with grooming and other tasks.

● Observe patients' conditions, measure and record food and liquid intake and output and vital signs, and report changes to professional staff.

EDUCATION

Southeastern Community College - Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care

AUG 2017 - Current

Approximate date of graduation: May 16, 2019

Southeastern Community College - Associate of Science MARCH 2017 - DEC 2017

60 plus credit hours in studies of: Animal Biology, English Composition, German, Precalculus, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Aerospace Studies, Sociology, College Algebra, Elementary Psychology, Human Development & Behavior, Introduction to Nursing, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.

CERTIFICATIONS

● Certified Nurse’s Aide, State of Iowa since April 2017

● BLS Certified since April 2017

● ACLS Certified since July 2018

● Mandatory Reporter since April 2017

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