Compassionate Respiratory Therapist with 20+ Years Experience
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ROSELINE DERAVIL
Mount Laurel, NJ *****
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Compassionate and dedicated Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience in acute care, long-term care, and pulmonary rehabilitation settings. Skilled in mechanical ventilation management, respiratory assessments, tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, and patient education. Strong background in patient care support with over 20 years of healthcare experience. Recognized for excellent teamwork, clinical judgment, and commitment to quality patient care.
EDUCATION
Independence University
Associate of Science (A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy February 2019 Mercer County Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 1995
École de Commerce Yves Martin
Nursing Studies 1987
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Respiratory Therapist
NJ Respiratory Associates / Silver Care – Cherry Hill, NJ August 2025 – Present
● Assess patients and develop individualized respiratory care plans.
● Provide care for patients with tracheostomies, T-tubes, trach collars, and high- and mid-flow oxygen therapy.
● Manage patients on PRVC/AC, CPAP, BiPAP, T-piece, and other ventilator modes.
● Perform sputum collection, arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, and pulmonary assessments.
● Monitor mechanically ventilated patients, including ventilator troubleshooting and clinical evaluations.
● Administer physician-prescribed respiratory treatments, oxygen therapy, medications, PFTs, ABGs, and mechanical ventilation.
● Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and wellness practices.
Respiratory Therapist
Virtua Memorial Hospital – Mount Holly, NJ
January 2025 – 2026
● Assessed patients and developed individualized respiratory care plans.
● Managed patients requiring high-flow oxygen therapy, tracheostomy care, and mechanical ventilation.
● Operated ventilator modes including PRVC/AC, SIMV/VC, AC/VC+, PS, PC, AVAPS, CPAP/BiPAP, trach collar, and T-piece.
● Collected sputum samples, performed ABGs, and evaluated pulmonary function.
● Conducted ventilator monitoring, routine rounds, and troubleshooting.
● Administered respiratory medications, oxygen therapy, PFTs, and physician-ordered respiratory treatments.
● Reinforced patient and family education regarding disease management and respiratory care.
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital – Philadelphia, PA
March 2024 – January 2025
● Developed and implemented respiratory care plans for acute and chronic respiratory patients.
● Provided tracheostomy care and managed oxygen therapy and ventilator support.
● Performed ABGs, sputum collection, pulmonary assessments, and ventilator monitoring.
● Administered prescribed respiratory therapies and educated patients on treatment plans and disease processes.
Patient Care Technician
Virtua Memorial Hospital – Mount Holly, NJ
July 2001 – January 2025
● Prepared patient rooms for admissions and assisted nurses with incoming patients from the Emergency Department.
● Assisted RNs with direct patient care, including vital signs and hygiene assistance.
● Performed finger-stick blood glucose testing and EKGs as ordered.
● Transported patients between departments and delivered laboratory specimens for testing.
Patient Care Technician
Deborah Heart and Lung Center – Browns Mills, NJ
October 2003 – August 2022
● Assisted nurses with post-operative patient admissions from the OR.
● Assisted with chest tube setups and direct patient care activities.
● Performed blood glucose checks, EKGs, Foley catheter care, dressing changes, and arterial line removal.
● Transported patients and specimens throughout the facility.
● Trained and mentored newly hired patient care technicians. CERTIFICATIONS
● Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
● Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
● Patient Care Technician Certification
● EKG Certification
● Phlebotomy Training
● Certified Health System Administration
CLINICAL SKILLS
● Mechanical Ventilation Management
● Ventilator Troubleshooting
● ABG Collection & Analysis
● Tracheostomy & Airway Care
● Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
● Oxygen Therapy Administration
● Patient Education & Care Planning
● Respiratory Assessments
● Critical Care Support
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
● Active church member involved in youth mentorship and community outreach activities.
LANGUAGES
● English
● French (Expert)
● Haitian Creole (Fluent)
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