Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 8 years of experience working with adult, pediatric, Neonatal and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
Muskoka, ON Canada
09.2020 - 12.2021
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hamilton General Hospital
Hamilton, ON, Canada
04.2020 - 12.2021
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Complete CPAP Care
Ottawa/ Hamilton, ON, Canada
12.2016 - 03.2020
Educated and supported patients in their continued CPAP therapy through ongoing sales of mask and machine replacements and other CPAP products
Routinely managed scheduling and appointments at the branch as required
Problem-solved issues with assessments and mechanical systems on behalf of the regions; provided ongoing support to the branches and customer service department through training and feedback
Provided support to patients and branches as a subject matter expert for third party private insurance and funding programs
Identified and promoted professional development opportunities amongst team members, including academic/training seminars, and publications/professional readings related to disease managements and evolving treatments/systems (i.e. mechanical ventilation, pulmonary function, etc.)
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Motion Specialties / Medigas
Barrie, On, Canada
10.2014 - 12.2016
Routinely monitored 65-80 patients, while performing new oxygen and equipment starts
Provided assessments and on-going services to patients on CPAP, Bi-Level and AUTO systems
Educated patients on their conditions and their prescribed therapy, and provided equipment and supplies as per physician orders
Fitted patients with mask interfaces and CPAP units appropriate for home use and planned daily/weekly services, set-ups and residential visits
Ensured up-to-date services, while maintaining patient oxygen authorizations and funding in accordance with provincial regulations
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Fanshawe College
London, On, Canada
04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON, Canada
09.2008
Skills
BLS/First Aid Provider Instructor
Registered by the NBRC
ACLS, BLS-C, and NRP Certified
Critical Care Experience
Fully Vaccinated
N95 Mask Fit test
Certification
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
09.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hamilton General Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Complete CPAP Care
12.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Motion Specialties / Medigas
10.2014 - 12.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy