Amy Klenda
Omaha,NE
Summary
Compassionate professional in healthcare respiratory services, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, ventilator management. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient care outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Women's Hospital
Omaha, NE
11.2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's Nebraska
Omaha, NE
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Provided education related to prevention strategies for reducing the risk of developing chronic respiratory diseases.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and family members concerning the health status of the patient.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered nitric oxide therapies when prescribed by a physician.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Women's Hospital
Omaha, NE
06.2013 - 11.2019
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Provided education related to prevention strategies for reducing the risk of developing chronic respiratory diseases.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
- Administered nitric oxide therapies when prescribed by a physician.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis and EKG's
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
- Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Nebraska Methodist College
Omaha, NE05-2013
Skills
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Nitric oxide therapy
- Ventilator management
- Clinical decision making
- Patient education
- Airway management
- Electronic medical records
- Bronchial hygiene
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Home care support
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Respiratory medication administration
- Pulmonary function testing
- Patient and caregiver education
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen therapy
- Care plan management
- Patient care documentation
- Endotracheal intubation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- High-frequency oscillatory ventilation
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Ethics and professionalism
- Neonatal intensive care
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Patient advocacy
- Physical assessments
- Respiratory care protocols
- Treatment plan development
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Medical record documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Emergency medical care
- Patient instruction
- Spirometer reading
- Coaching and mentoring
- Pulse oximetry
- Equipment setup
- Treatment administration
- Medical terminology
- Pulmonary function screenings
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient care
- Home care planning
- Care planning
Certification
- CRT
- RRT
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Women's Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's Nebraska
11.2018 - 05.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Women's Hospital
06.2013 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Nebraska Methodist College
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