Alicia Cochran
INDIANAPOLIS
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist skilled in pediatric respiratory care, time management, and problem-solving. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and health outcomes through individualized care plans and effective teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health
Indianapolis, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to pediatric patients, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted in the setup and maintenance of ventilatory support systems for critically ill children.
- Monitored patient progress and response to therapy, adjusting interventions as necessary under supervision.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for respiratory health management.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage for at-home treatment.
- Documented patient assessments and therapy outcomes in electronic medical records accurately and timely.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Customized respiratory care plans to address unique needs of pediatric patients, enhancing comfort and cooperation.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Administrative Assistant
IU Health University Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
10.2022 - 07.2025
- Managed scheduling for multiple departments, ensuring timely coordination of meetings and events.
- Developed and maintained efficient filing systems to enhance document retrieval and organization.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
- Managed expense reports for providers, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2025
Skills
- Caring bedside manner
- Patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health
07.2025 - Current
Administrative Assistant
IU Health University Hospital
10.2022 - 07.2025
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana