Registered Respiratory Therapist resume example with 7+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering 5-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Accomplishments
Guardian Angel Award winner for excellence patient care
Epic Super User
Skills
Respiratory equipment setup
Professional bedside manner
Physical assessments
Patient and family advocacy
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education
Medication Administration
Tracheostomy Care
Adaptability
Teamwork
Critical thinking
Epic software proficiency
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist, 08/2016 - Current St. Charles Health System – Myrtle Point, OR,
Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Also as Student), 07/2015 - 06/2017 Beth Israel Lahey Health – Billerica, MA,
Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
ED Technician, 08/2013 - 08/2015 Morrow County Hospital – City, STATE,
Contacted hospitals to confirm patients medical histories and prevent inaccurate diagnoses and treatments.
Facilitated organized record retrieval and access by maintaining filing system for both in-house and discharged residents.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
Collaborated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Education
Associate of Science: Respiratory Therapy, Expected in 06/2016 - North Central State College - Mansfield, OH GPA:
Bachelor of Arts: Business Administration, Expected in 06/2011 - University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ GPA:
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School Attended
North Central State College
University of Phoenix
Job Titles Held:
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Also as Student)