Debra Rodriguez
Granville
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Certified Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at OSF, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and advocacy, ensuring optimal care in critical settings. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
OSF
05.2018 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Respiratory Therapist
St Margaret’s Health
2016 - 2023
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
Respiratory Therapist
Vitas Hospice
2012 - 2014
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
CCHS
California 04.1998
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient care documentation
- Physical assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- End-of-life care
- Coaching and mentoring
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient needs assessment
- Outpatient care
- Patient and caregiver education
- Attention to detail
- Certified respiratory therapist (CRT)
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
OSF
05.2018 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
St Margaret’s Health
2016 - 2023
Respiratory Therapist
Vitas Hospice
2012 - 2014
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
CCHS
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