Carina Vazquez
Rush Copley Medical Group
Aurora
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Adaptable and patient-centered Respiratory Therapist with experience in critical care, emergency medicine, Level III NICU, and travel assignments. Proficient in mechanical ventilation, advanced respiratory support, and managing high-acuity patients in fast paced clinical environments. Experienced night-shift charge lead responsible for coordinating patient care and
supporting team operations. Additional BCBA experience contributes to a strong foundation in behavioral support, patient-centered communication and individualized care. Committed to clinical excellence and delivering safe, evidence-based care.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 4 Months- Managed patients requiring invasive mechanical ventilation, noninvasive ventilation (BIPAP/CPAP), and high-flow oxygen therapy
- Provided specialized respiratory care to critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU
- Serve as a night-shift Charge Lead Respiratory Therapist, overseeing respiratory care operations, coordinating patient assignments, supporting clinical decision making and communicating between teams.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
3 Months- Delivered comprehensive respiratory care across high-acuity clinical settings.
- Successfully managed respiratory care responsibilities equivalent to the workload of three respiratory therapists in a demanding, fast-paced clinical environment while prioritizing patient safety and timely interventions.
- Collaborated with physician, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and support optimal clinical outcomes.
Behavioral Therapist
2 Years 2 Months- Implemented individualized ABA treatment plans to support skill acquisition and behavior reduction.
- Collected accurate session data to track client progress and adjust interventions.
- Reinforced positive behaviors using evidence-based prompting and reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with BCBAs and caregivers to ensure consistent treatment delivery.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Skills
Critical care & High-Acuity Patient Management
Charge Leadership & Team Coordination
Clinical assessment &Critical thinking
Airway management
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- NRP
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare
01.2026 - 04.2026Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Rush Copley Medical Group
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Behavioral Therapist
Applied Behavioral Consulting
03.2022 - 05.2024Read More
College of DuPage
Associate of Science from Respiratory Care
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