Adrienne Braxton
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Knowledgeable PAP Specialist with strong foundation in respiratory therapy care and patient management. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
FutureCare
09.2013 - Current
- Manages and operates mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administers oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performs bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
America's Healthcare At Home
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Educated patients on proper cleaning and maintenance techniques, prolonging the life of their PAP equipment and reducing risk of infection.
- Assisted patients with mask fitting and machine setup, ensuring optimal comfort and usage.
- Facilitated troubleshooting efforts, quickly identifying and resolving technical issues with CPAP machines.
Respiratory Therapist
Good Samaritan Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2013
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Education
Associate's Degree - Respiratory Care Therapy
Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05.2010
Skills
- Airway management
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Infection control
- Medical record documentation
Certification
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner, MD
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS/CPR
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
America's Healthcare At Home
07.2016 - 03.2020
Respiratory Therapist
FutureCare
09.2013 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Good Samaritan Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2013
Associate's Degree - Respiratory Care Therapy
Community College of Baltimore County
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