Amy Kelley
Decatur,IN
Summary
I was a respiratory therapist for over 17 yrs. i am hard working. i have strong knowledge of medical terminology. I have a background in emergency, critical care, codes, births & c-sections, ventilators, tracheostomies, & home oxygen. i have excellent patient & communications skills. safety is always first & fore most. I am a team player. I would make a great addition to your team while giving above & beyond excellent customer service & care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Select Speciality Hospital
Ft.Wayne, IN
02.2012 - 10.2024
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Adams Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IN
01.2005 - 02.2012
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
Education
Associate of Science -
Ivy Tech
Ft. Wayne, IN05-2004
Associate of Science -
Ivy Tech
Ft. Wayne, INSkills
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient and caregiver education
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Ventilator management
- Medication Administration
- Medical Terminology
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Professional Bedside Manner
Accomplishments
- Graduated with honors with associate degree in science
- Zendesk customer service certification.
Certification
- Factor 8 sales certification.
- Zendesk customer certification.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Select Speciality Hospital
02.2012 - 10.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Adams Memorial Hospital
01.2005 - 02.2012
Associate of Science -
Ivy Tech
Associate of Science -
Ivy Tech