Amy Ludwig
Parsons,KS
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with experience as a Registered Polysomnographer and a strong commitment to supporting individuals with complex physical and mental health needs. Recently earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and currently pursuing a Master’s degree as a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Known for providing empathetic, trauma-informed care and building therapeutic relationships while addressing the interconnectedness of sleep, mental health, and overall well-being. Seeking a mental health role to deliver respectful, evidence-based care and advocate for patients’ emotional and psychological health.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Polysomnographer, RRT
Labette Health
07.2014 - Current
- Credentialed sleep health professional skilled in conducting, monitoring, scoring, and analyzing polysomnographic studies to support the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders under physician supervision
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- 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.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Hospital
04.2009 - 07.2014
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Via Christi Hospital
2003 - 2008
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI05-2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Labette Community College
Parsons, KS05.2002
Skills
- Performing and interpreting sleep study results
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient and caregiver education
- Patient care documentation in EMR
- Patient care documentation
- Pulmonary function testing
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Ventilator management
Affiliations
Kansas Association of Sleep Professionals- Board member
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - June 2024
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist -Current
- Registered Polysomnographer-Current
- BLS-current
- ACLS- current
Timeline
Registered Polysomnographer, RRT
Labette Health
07.2014 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Hospital
04.2009 - 07.2014
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Via Christi Hospital
2003 - 2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Herzing University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Labette Community College