Andrea Crain
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adult 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. Seasoned Respiratory Therapist who is skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering a background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Alliance
10.2013 - Current
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- 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.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Responded to emergency codes and immediately initiated treatment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and monitor chest tube drainages.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Work alongside cardiovascular surgeons as well as anesthesiologists to navigate the best care for post-surgical patients.
Surgery Intensive Care Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Alliance
08.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Education
Dental Hygiene
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, INAssociate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05.2004
Skills
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Relationship Building
- Infection Control
- Regulatory Compliance
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Treatment Plan Development
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Intubation
- Emergency Medical Care
Timeline
Surgery Intensive Care Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Alliance
08.2020 - Current
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Alliance
10.2013 - Current
Dental Hygiene
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana