Respiratory resume

1. John C. Herrera C: 714 791-1504
Santa Ana, CA 92701 johncherrera@hotmail.com
PROFILE
I am a recent graduate of Orange Coast College’s Respiratory Program. My goal is to workin the critical care
setting and become a respected member within my field. My background as an Emergency Medical Technician in a
fast paced acute care environment has provided a great foundation in patient assessment and clinical experience to
prepare me in this new role.
WORK EXPERIENCE
 Aug10’-Current Hoag Hospital Irvine
I workdirectly under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in giving emergency care topatients. I perform
technical procedures and tasks, and assists physicians and nurses in direct patient care. I take and record
clinical measurements, collectspecimens, provide transportation, maintain equipment and supplies as well as
participate in a safe patient care environment. I workas part of a team in critical situations where
communication and leadership skills are important.
CLINICALEXPERIENCE
 Feb 15’-May15’ (336Hours) KaiserHospital Irvine
Rotation Emphasis: Advanced clinical utilization of knowledge and skills in critical care or specialty areas.
Cumulative application of assessment, diagnostic, therapeutic, and judgmental skills acquired within the
Respiratory Care Program.
 Sept 14’-Dec14’ (336Hours) MissionHospital (TraumaCenter)
Rotation Emphasis: Ventilator management primarily in critical care areas. Including airway management, patient
assessment, ventilator mechanics and management, and monitoring of the critically ill patient.
 June 14’-July14’ (96Hours) AnaheimRegional Medical Center
 Feb 14’ – May 14’ (336Hours) SaddlebackMemorial Medical Center
EDUCATION
 OrangeCoastCollege-CostaMesa, CA Associate in Science
Graduation Date: May 2015 in Respiratory Care
LICENSES,CERTIFICATIONS,ANDQUALIFICATIONS
 RegisteredRespiratoryTherapist CARCPLic# 37265
 PreviouslyRegisteredEMT
 ACLS Certified
 PALS Certified
 NRP Certified
 Proficientwith Servo-I,PuritanBennett 840,VisionBiPAP,V60,AVEA,andDRÄGER
Ventilators
 ExperiencedinEKG Application and interpretation
 Bi-lingual inEnglish/Spanish
 BLS Certified
 Knowledgeable with SCM, EPIC,Amelior, and RIS healthcare systems
AWARDS andRECOGNITIONS
 Hoag EmployeeRecognition from both staff and patients
 Letter of recommendation fromPeers, Directors, and M.D. (Available upon request)