Registered Respiratory Therapist Resume Example Henry Ford Health System

REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Professional Summary

Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 34 years of experience working with patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis.

34 years' experience in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation, therapy administration and airway management. Successful at implementing practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.

Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, l and excellent organizational skills. . Motivated to learn, grow and excel .

I have a excellent attendance record and am willing to move my schedule around to accommodate scheduling needs.

ACLS and BCLS certified 2020

Skills

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist, 04/2017 to Current
Henry Ford Health System – West Bloomfield, MI

Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management by performing [Task] and [Task].
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.

Registered Respiratory Therapist, 02/2015 to Current
Pioneer Specialty Hospital – Pontiac, MI

Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Developed system of staff communication, enabling quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management by performing [Task] and [Task].
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.

Registered Respiratory Therapist, 09/1986 to Current
McLaren Oakland Hospital – Pontiac, MI

Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Provided designated family members with updated information on progress and treatment of patients in critical care unit.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Developed system of staff communication, enabling quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management by performing [Task] and [Task].
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.

Education

High School Diploma: 05/1981
Troy Athens High School - Troy, MT

Bachelor of Science: Respiratory Therapy, 05/1986
University of Detroit Mercy - Detroit, MI

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Henry Ford Health System
Pioneer Specialty Hospital
McLaren Oakland Hospital

School Attended

Troy Athens High School
University of Detroit Mercy

Job Titles Held:

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Degrees

High School Diploma : 05/1981
Bachelor of Science : Respiratory Therapy , 05/1986

Registered Respiratory Therapist Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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