Scott Thomas Kenda
Tooele, UT *4074
Cell: 602-***-****
E mail: **********@*****.***
Web: www.linkedin.com/in/scott-kenda-crt-rcp-9a108129
OBJECTIVE
To secure a challenging position with a progressive organization where my knowledge and skills will allow me to become a contributing member of a successful team.
EDUCATION
Carrington College Phoenix, AZ
Graduated with an Associate’s of Science Degree as a Respiratory Therapist 03/2008 - 03/2010
Areas of Concentration
Anatomy & Physiology I & II
Medical Terminology
Bioethics
General Pharmacology
Microbiology and Infection Control
Cardiopulmonary Diseases
Patient Assessment
Medical Gases and Oxygen Therapy
Humidity and Aerosol Therapy
Airway Management and Emergency Care
Bronchial Hygiene and Chest Physiotherapy
Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics
Management, Supervision and TDP’s
Home Care, Rehabilitation, Patient Education
Pediatrics and Perinatal Care
Advanced Emergency Care
Mechanical Ventilation Concepts & Applications
Neonatal/Pediatric Mechanical Ventilation
Adult and Pediatric Case Analysis and Management
Clinical Experience
Hyperinflation Therapy
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Utah Sandy, UT
Respiratory Therapist, CRT, RCP 06/23 - Present
I provide respiratory care to patients that are rehabilitating in many areas. Stroke, pulmonary, cardiac, post-operative, trach, ventilation, etc. I respond to all respiratory needs including trach/ventilator support/maintenance (both invasive and non-invasive), medication management, patient education for a improved respiratory status.
Sandstone Millcreek (formally Woodland Park/Avalon) Millcreek, UT
Respiratory Director, CRT, RCP 06/21 - 06/23
I head the respiratory department in a Skilled Nursing-Long Term Care facility. I respond to all respiratory needs including trach/ventilator support/maintenance (both invasive and non-invasive), medication management, patient education for an improved respiratory status.
Rotech Healthcare (Community Home Oxygen) Rock Springs, WY
Respiratory Therapist, CRT, RCP, PPS 08/19 - 03/21
I respond to respiratory patients at their home for evaluation and treatment. My responsibilities are invasive/non-invasive ventilator set-ups and maintenance, PAP setup and maintenance, PAP mask fitting, Oxygen setup and follow-up, etc.
Heritage Park Rehabilitation Roy, UT
Respiratory Therapist, CRT, RCP 05/20 - 12/20
I responded to all respiratory patient needs, primarily on the trach and ventilator unit. My responsibilities are to maintain the patent airway, changing trachs, suctioning, ventilator setup/take down, setting change, hygiene, etc.
South Lincoln Hospital District Kemmerer, WY
Respiratory Therapist, CRT, RCP 02/15 - 04/20
I responded to all respiratory situations inside of the facility such as EKG’s, Treatment’s and education (SVN, MDI, CPT, PEP, Bronchial hygiene, etc.), OB deliveries, PAP setup and maintenance, Oxygen concentrator setup and maintenance, Invasive/non-invasive ventilator setup and maintenance, ABG’s, VBG’s, all Codes/Trauma’s, suctioning, Sleep testing and interpretation, Event/Holter monitoring setup and interpretation, Overnight SpO2 setup and interpretation, All modalities of oxygenation therapy, Respirator fit testing, Pulmonary function testing, Cardiac stress testing, writing policy and procedures etc.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
I hold current licenses in Utah & Idaho.
I have current BLS certification and can acquire additional if required.
My next credential I will be working on will be my CPFT or my ACCS.
Self-motivated! I strive for excellence in my work. Personable and persuasive with employees and the customer.
Proven skills in problem solving and customer relations.
Ability to adapt to change.
Works well independently or as part of a team. Detailed oriented with strong organizational skills.
Strong customer service skills and communication skills.
Dependable, high energy and enthusiastic.
Knowledgeable.
Very fast at learning new things.
Department leadership skills.