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Summary
Confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist and medical assistant with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work.
Skills
Patient and caregiver education
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
MS Office proficiency
Care plan management
Patient care documentation
Strong clinical judgment
Body mechanics competency
Drug administration trained
Respiratory equipment setup
Outpatient care
Team management
Reliable and trustworthy
Working collaboratively
Communication
Microsoft Office
Basic math
Active listening
Problem resolution
Training & Development
Understands medical procedures
Charting expertise
Time management
Experience
11/2010 to CurrentRespiratory TherapistSignature Healthcare | Nashville, TN,
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics, and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers, and positive pressure devices.
Delivered comprehensive care to restore and strengthen patients' respiratory functions.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Actively participated in daily physician and patient rounds to maintain continuum of care.
Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
Collected, analyzed and interpreted arterial blood gas.
Participated in adult and newborn resuscitation and applied emergency interventions to restore respiratory functions.
Educated patients on treatment options, medication administration, therapy self-management and care plans.
Assisted physicians with intubations, ventilator management and bronchoscopies.
Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic bronchoscopy, bedside tracheostomy preparation and assistance. Operated and managed mechanical ventilators.
Administered therapies and medications via inhalers, gas administration apparatuses, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
Documented, handled and reported critical values.
Explained respiratory diagnosis information, treatments and prescription instructions to patients.
Administered therapies and medications via inhalers, gas administration apparatuses and environmental control systems.
Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic [Technology] and consistent preparation and assistance. Operated and managed mechanical ventilators.
Spearheaded clinical training and orientation for newly hired staff and university students.
Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic bronchoscopy, bedside tracheostomy preparation and assistance, and operate and manage mechanical ventilators.
Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, seminars and lectures.
Maintained patient medical records with treatment effectiveness and health outcomes.
Documented patient information and treatments in confidential electronic health records.
Consulted and counseled patients and caregivers.
Provided patients with information about treatment plans, prescribed medications and at-home care for chronic and acute conditions.
07/2002 to 11/2010Respiratory TherapistSignature Healthcare | Danville, KY,
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics, and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers, and positive pressure devices.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Actively participated in daily physician and patient rounds to maintain continuum of care.
Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
Collected, analyzed and interpreted arterial blood gas.
Participated in adult and newborn resuscitation and applied emergency interventions to restore respiratory functions.
Educated patients on treatment options, medication administration, therapy self-management and care plans.
Assisted physicians with intubations, ventilator management and bronchoscopies.
Documented, handled and reported critical values.
Administered therapies and medications via inhalers, gas administration apparatuses, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
Explained respiratory diagnosis information, treatments and prescription instructions to patients.
Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, seminars and lectures.
Maintained patient medical records with treatment effectiveness and health outcomes.
Documented patient information and treatments in confidential electronic health records.
Consulted and counseled patients and caregivers.
10/1998 to 10/2005Nutritional Supplement Counselor Biotics Research | City, STATE,
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Interacted with clinical staff and external resources such as school or community personnel.
Accurately documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patients diagnosed with various conditions.
Administered medication to at-risk patients to assist individualized treatment plans.
Used aromatherapy as natural way to help patients cope with stress, chronic pain, nausea and depression.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2002Associate of Applied Science | Respiratory TherapyAllegany College of Maryland, Cumberland, MDGPA:
Expected in 05/2000Associate of Applied Science | Medical AssistingPotomac State College of West Virginia University , Keyser, WVGPA:
Completed internship at the office of Dr. Charlie Bess, Keyser, West Virginia February through May 2000.
Expected in 06/1998High School Diploma | Frankfort High School, Ridgeley, WVGPA:
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