Showing off my vent experience

Hi AN people,

I have a lot of experience with ventilators and I would like to know the best way to emphasize that fact to future employers.

Is it enough that I put in my resume and applications that I have a lot of experience with ventilator-dependent patients or is there a credible, widely-known ventilator certification that employers will respect?

I know that some CEU companies and DME companies have ventilator courses but their certificates do not seem to carry much weight outside of a few long term care companies.

Any input is appreciated.

Thanks!
If you're a nurse I don't think it matters. R/T does all the vents in the hospital regardless of your certification. It's nice to know and understand vent function but you're not asked to set it up.If you're R/T then why ask nurses?I do vent's on Critical Care transport but wouldn't put it on a resume. It's just a skill set. Not an occupation and certainly not something that will make/break a job interview.

I would just highlight that you have extensive experience with vent dependent patient, including ventilator troubleshooting, if that's the case.

If the ad or announcement says something specific about vent experience, that is your cue to play up your abilities.

I would make statements such as "I have reached an expert level of knowledge in the use of (insert types of vents you are familiar with here), as well as being able to function as a resource to others who are not as comfortable around vents as I am"

Thank you to everyone. Your input has been very helpful. I have decided not to pursue a certification and simply describe my experience with vents. Quote from EmergencyNrseIf you're a nurse I don't think it matters. R/T does all the vents in the hospital regardless of your certification. It's nice to know and understand vent function but you're not asked to set it up.