Alexandria Goerke
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Professional with significant experience and readiness for pediatric respiratory care. Strong skills in mechanical ventilation, patient assessment, and emergency response. Focused on collaborative team efforts and adaptable to evolving needs. Dependable and goal-oriented, ensuring high standards and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Phoenix Children Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to pediatric patients using advanced ventilators and nebulizers.
- Implemented best practices in infection control, ensuring safe environments for patients and staff.
- Conducted quality assurance audits, identifying areas for improvement in patient care delivery systems.
- Educated parents on proper use of home medical equipment, increasing adherence to prescribed therapies and reducing hospital readmissions.
- Provided timely and accurate documentation of all pediatric respiratory therapy sessions, ensuring proper billing and compliance with hospital policies.
- Acted as an advocate for pediatric patients within the healthcare system by communicating their unique needs effectively to other providers involved in their care journey.
- Managed multiple patients receiving respiratory modalities lasting up to 20 minutes.
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
05.2020 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to pediatric patients using ventilators and nebulizers.
- Monitored and assessed patient responses to therapies, adjusting protocols as needed for optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for respiratory management.
- Educated families on respiratory care techniques, fostering understanding and compliance at home.
- Mentored junior therapists, sharing expertise in pediatric respiratory protocols and equipment usage.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in respiratory therapy services.
- Supervised over 15 staff members in at 4 different ICUs and multiple other floors.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ02.2020
High School Diploma -
Marana High School
Marana, AZ05.2007
Skills
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Critical thinking
- Continuous learning mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving capacity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Websites
Certification
- Arizona Respiratory Care License # 043540
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP Certified
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Lambda Beta Society Member
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Trauma ICU
- Progressive Care Unit-COVID
- Pediatric Med/Surg Floor
- Pediatric ICU
- Neonatal ICU
- Neuro ICU
- Cardiovascular ICU
- Respiratory Relief Charge
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Phoenix Children Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
05.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Marana High School