Compassionate, solutions-oriented Respiratory Therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative treatment plans for adult patients with pulmonary disease and injury.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Respiratory Therapist
Trinity Hospital of Ann Arbor
02.2022 - Current
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Experience with patients and situations from delivery to palliative care in all stages of life.
Staff Respiratory Therapist
University of Michigan Health System
08.2013 - 01.2022
Transport of critically ill patients to and from procedures
Emergency response throughout hospital and emergency department
Communication with physicians and nursing staff about patient condition and progress, including education on devices and medication to aid care plan
Aid in development and implementation of patient care plan
Patient education of medication and respiratory equipment being used