Andrea Smith
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Bachelor of Nursing Pending Graduation- May 2022.
Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise in connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Oro Valley Hospital
Tucson, AZ
10.2007 - 10.2021
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Respiratory Therapist
Northwest Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
08.2005 - 10.2008
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2022
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2005
Skills
- Airway Management
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Blood Chemistry Changes
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Arterial Punctures
- Ventilation Management
Certification
BLS Certification
ACLS Certification
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Oro Valley Hospital
10.2007 - 10.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Northwest Medical Center
08.2005 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Community College
BLS Certification
ACLS Certification
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