Andrea Gettinger
O'Fallon,IL
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
10.2017 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered and managed specialty gas therapy
- Responded to emergency codes, rapid responses and deliveries and immediately initiated treatment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Delivered patient care in Level 3 Neonatal critical care units.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Lab Assistant
Southwestern Illinois College
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Executed daily operations of opening computer labs, and making sure all equipment was in working order prior to classes.
Leasing Agent
Southpointe Apartments
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Showed and leased apartments to prospective tenants
- Interviewed prospective tenants and recorded information to ascertain needs and qualifications
- Wrote, designed and produced marketing brochures and Internet ads
- Completed lease form and agreement and collected rental deposit.
- Kept records accurate, detailed and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet state, local, and federal housing requirements
- Marketed property to local businesses through collateral, emails and phone calls
Leasing Specialist
Woodhollow Apartments
08.2008 - 04.2011
- Followed-up with potential accounts and managed daily and weekly marketing and leasing reports
- Answered phone calls and emails and responded to questions from prospects quickly and effectively
- Collected, completed, and processed lease applications
- Developed and implemented tactical marketing plans
- Showed apartments to potential tenants and answered questions regarding community.
- Developed and implemented resident activities and identified problem vacancies
- Regularly inspected curb appeal of facilities to keep property great shape
Sales Associate
Ann's Bra and Mastectomy Shop
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing
Leasing Consultant
Autumn Oaks Apartments
03.2007 - 08.2007
Patient Care Technician
St. John's Mercy Medical Center
06.2003 - 10.2006
- Performed duties in care of patients in medical center under direction of Physician and Nurse
- Promptly answered all signal lights and intercom system to determine patients' needs
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living
- Trained new Patient Care Associates and Patient Care Technician to the Unit
- Gathered and recorded patient vital signs, food and fluid intake and output
- Provided all basic patient care
- Collected specimens
- Performed advance care, such as catheterizations, tracheotomy care/suction, ileostomy/colostomy care, burn care and wound care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL05.2017
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL05.2015
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Medical Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Nitric Oxide Handling
- Blood Gas Analysis
- Arterial Punctures
- Respiratory Failure
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Ventilator Management
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
Great Catch Award(2017)
Employee of the Month (2020)
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (2017)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (2017)
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (2023)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (2023)
- Basic Life Support (2023)
- Certified Phlebotomist (2015)
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
10.2017 - Current
Lab Assistant
Southwestern Illinois College
01.2015 - 05.2017
Leasing Agent
Southpointe Apartments
06.2012 - 05.2013
Leasing Specialist
Woodhollow Apartments
08.2008 - 04.2011
Sales Associate
Ann's Bra and Mastectomy Shop
08.2007 - 08.2008
Leasing Consultant
Autumn Oaks Apartments
03.2007 - 08.2007
Patient Care Technician
St. John's Mercy Medical Center
06.2003 - 10.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southwestern Illinois College
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Southwestern Illinois College
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (2017)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (2017)
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (2023)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (2023)
- Basic Life Support (2023)
- Certified Phlebotomist (2015)
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