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Jessica Claire
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Summary
Highly motivated Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased sales, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with target market.
Experience
Nov2014 to 11/2023
Respiratory Therapist Mercy Health System Harvard, IL,
  • Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
  • Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Performed services on-site, at outpatient clinics and in patient homes.
  • Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
  • Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
  • Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Jun2011 to Aug2013
Respiratory Therapist Mercy Health System Beloit, WI,
  • Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
  • Explained treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
  • Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
  • Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
  • Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support.
  • Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
  • Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
  • Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
  • Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
  • Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Mar2007 to Aug2013
Respiratory Therapist Mercy Health System Loves Park, IL,
  • Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
  • Explained treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
  • Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
  • Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
  • Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
  • Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
  • Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
  • Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
  • Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
Education and Training
Expected in 01/2007 to to
Associate of Applied Science: Respiratory Care
Malcolm X College - 1900 W Van Buren,
GPA:
Skills
  • Caring Bedside Manner
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Treatment Administration
  • Equipment Cleaning
  • Equipment Setup
  • Safety Protocols and Procedures
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Respiratory Equipment Setup

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School Attended

  • Malcolm X College

Job Titles Held:

  • Respiratory Therapist
  • Respiratory Therapist
  • Respiratory Therapist

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science

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