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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Professional Summary

Accomplished Respiratory Care Practitioner offering 14 years of medical experience providing outstanding respiratory and healthcare to patients,friends and family members. Talented in assessing patients, developing comprehensive respiratory treatment plans, carefully monitoring treatment effectiveness and educating patients for better health condition maintenance. Expert in measuring patient health status to guide treatment and provide ideal outcomes. 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. Multi-talented Respiratory Therapist consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity. Enthusiastic Respiratory Therapist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of multi-tasking and training in Vent Management. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the Hospital settings. Dedicated to using excellent research, investigation and project management abilities to optimize management, organization and reporting of clinical data. Results-driven, precise and systematic with quick learning and collaborative nature. Strong history with working within multiple Hospitals.

Skills
  • Respiratory healthcare equipment
  • Patient education
  • Patient Assessments
  • Developing patient care plans
  • Patient Management
  • Direct Patient Care/Indirect Patient Care
  • Prescribing medications
  • Diagnosing conditions
  • Maintaining medical records
  • Staff education and training
  • Respiratory treatment planning
  • Medical history review
  • Medical Records Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Recordkeeping and documentation
Work History
01/2010 to 01/2012
Respiratory Care Practitioner Option Care Health Virginia Beach, VA,
  • Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records
  • Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations
  • Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment
  • Developed treatment plans for patients resulting in 80% respiratory condition symptom relief
  • Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use
  • Setup oxygen, CPAP and BiPAP machines for patients requiring breathing treatments
  • Conducted patient assessments and reviewed physician instructions to develop and implement tailored respiratory therapy care plans based on individual requirements
  • Oversaw needs of patients of all ages in long-term healthcare center, consistently providing high level of quality care
  • Met with nursing team members and assessed patient medical records, making appropriate changes to respiratory care and therapy to enhance outcomes
  • Questioned patients about medical backgrounds to obtain accurate health history data and optimize treatment plans
  • Developed team communications and information for Respiratory Department meetings
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
05/2012 to Current
Clinical Liaison Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care Southgate, MI,
  • Educated health care professionals on ways to humanize patients' experiences
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Facilitated communication between all hospital departments
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated
  • Obtained patient vital signs and observed patient conditions to record progress in daily chart
  • Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines in all areas
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
  • Worked with patients and families to develop future plans and discuss care actions
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
  • Responded to and investigated complaints and concerns of patients
  • Evaluated patient satisfaction and made suggestions for changes or improvements
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
  • Handled 20-50 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
01/2005 to 01/2010
Respiratory Therapist/Union Board Member for UW Prairie Meadows Altoona, IA,
  • Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services
  • 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
  • Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
  • Developed system of staff communication, enabling quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care
  • Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses
  • Oversaw investigations into discrimination, sexual harassment or other workplace claims
  • Interpreted and advised on labor relations policies and previously negotiated agreements
  • Completed in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies
  • Reduced grievances and arbitration needs by educating frontline managers on techniques for enhancing interactions between labor and leadership
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
05/1997 to 05/2003
HVAC Capitol Mechanical City, STATE,
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
  • Supervised 3-5 apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality
  • Measured parts using calipers, gauges and micrometers to confirm adherence to quality standards on final inspections
  • Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material to meet product specifications
  • Developed team communications and information for jobsite meetings
  • Ordered new materials and equipment and recorded progress of deliveries
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving satisfactory issues
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
  • Saved financial cost by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
Education
Expected in 05/2006 to to
Associate of Science: Respiratory Therapy
Madison Area Technical College - Madison, WI
GPA:
Expected in 05/2002 to to
Licensed Journeyman : HVAC Installation And Repair
Madison Area Technical College - Madison, WI
GPA:
Expected in 05/2006 to to
Minor in Psychology : Psychology
Madison Area Technical College - Madison, WI
GPA:
Skill Sets
  • Supervised team staff members.
  • Designated Respiratory Therapist that managed and trained new employees as well as students in the graduation of the field of.
  • Strong Computer skills with Epic training background (Primary supporter of Hospital programing)
  • Patient,family,colleagues,staff interactions
  • Team building
  • Troubleshooting

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Madison Area Technical College
  • Madison Area Technical College
  • Madison Area Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • Respiratory Care Practitioner
  • Clinical Liaison
  • Respiratory Therapist/Union Board Member for UW
  • HVAC

Degrees

  • Associate of Science
  • Licensed Journeyman
  • Minor in Psychology

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