Angela Alicea-Lomax
Erie
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 5+ years of experience providing inpatient and outpatient therapeutic services. Adept at managing COPD, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure and other chronic conditions. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about proper use, maintenance and safety of respiratory equipment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Soliant Healthcare
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Respiratory Therapist
Maxim Healthcare
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Hamot Hospital
Erie, PA
10.2017 - 07.2019
- ICU/ER experience, ventilator setup and management.
- Arterial blood gas sampling and analysis
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies using advanced ventilatory equipment to optimize patient outcomes.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and oxygen levels, adjusting treatment plans as necessary for improved care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective respiratory care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and home care procedures for enhanced recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Gannon University
Erie, PA08.2017
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Nicu and Delivery experiance
License and Certifications
PA License Number: YM015925
expiry date: 12/2026
OH License Number: RCP.16464
expiry date: 9/2026
BLS & ACLS Expiration: 06/2028
PALS & NRP: 05/2027)
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Soliant Healthcare
08.2020 - 06.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Maxim Healthcare
06.2018 - 07.2020
Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Hamot Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2019
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Gannon University