Talented Respiratory Care Practitioner with 30+ years of expertise in caring for respiratory patients in a hospital setting. Expert in proficiently managing care for patients with respiratory illnesses through detailed patient assessments, active listening, care plan development and consistent tracking of health condition progress. Personable communicator with determination to provide patients with effective health solutions and excellent customer service.
Professional Respiratory Care Practitioner with outstanding experience and success in providing optimal outcomes for patients with respiratory healthcare needs. Expert in providing patients with focused care through respiratory evaluations, individualized treatment plan creation, medical documentation and health condition education. Dedicated to caring for patients' needs based on symptoms, diagnosis and age group to achieve health goals and arrive at better outcomes.
Skills
Respiratory healthcare equipment
Patient Assessments
Developing patient care plans
Patient education
Breathing treatments
Case management
Providing referrals
Staff education and training
EMR / EHR
Patient Management
Direct Patient Care
Strong clinical judgment
Professional bedside manner
Spirometer reading
Patient and family advocacy
Dosage calculation
Physical assessments
Tracheostomy Care
Education
Daytona State CollegeDaytona Beach, FLExpected in 12/1983 ā āAssociate Of Science:Respiratory Therapy - GPA:
Certifications
RRT- Registered Respiratory Therapist
ACLS,PALS,BLS,NRP
Accomplishments
Achieved Bronchial hygiene protocol by completing training and education involving staff and physicians.with accuracy and efficiency . Better patient outcomes achieved and decrease in patient stay.
Documented and resolved A better relationship with case management. Communication improved with better patient outcomes.
Clinical instructor for Respiratory students
Phil award Winner 2015-16
Work History
Rml Specialty Hospital - Respiratory Care Practitioner Burr Ridge, IL, 08/2013 - Current
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.
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.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Provided emergency care to patients.
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
Rml Specialty Hospital - Respiratory Care Practitioner Hinsdale, IL, 10/2007 - 08/2013
Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
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.
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.
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Provided emergency care to patients.
Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Rml Specialty Hospital - Respiratory Care Practitioner Chicago, IL, 04/1991 - 08/2007
Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
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.
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.
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Provided emergency care to patients.
Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
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