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Andrea R. Leathers

Morgantown,PA

Summary

Well-organized respiratory therapist offering 18 years of healthcare experience. Carefully evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities. Positive and upbeat communicator with a high attention to detail and a relentless passion for improving patient outcomes and achieving business objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

NBRC member

01.2006 - Current

AARC member

06.2005 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical
, PA
06.2005 - 10.2019
  • Provided services as Critical Care Core Respiratory Therapist in Neuro and Surgical ICU and additionally trained to work Adult ICU areas
  • Managed mechanical ventilation including ventilator data analyst, screen to wean, and successful extubation; Responded and assisted in adult rapid response and emergency airways
  • Educated and oriented patients and families on proper use of respiratory medication and inhalers; Worked to communicate the necessary information to individuals to ensure patient satisfaction
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines
  • 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.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
  • Familiar with variety of respiratory equipment- Respronics V-60, Servoi and Drager V500 ventilators, INOvent, Flolan, Otiflow, and Vyaire.


Pulmonary Function Technician

Penn State Health
Hershey, PA
10.2019 - Current
  • Responsible for performing pulmonary and cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing necessary to improve patient outcomes
  • Inspected, maintained and adjusted pulmonary and cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of the equipment to troubleshoot hardware
  • Updated subject matter knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents into appropriate systems databases to ensure smooth operations.
  • Contributed to diagnosis of pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.


Education

Associate of Science -

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg
09.2001 - 12.2005

Skills

Communication

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Accomplishments

  • Registered and Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Timeline

Pulmonary Function Technician

Penn State Health
10.2019 - Current

NBRC member

01.2006 - Current

AARC member

06.2005 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical
06.2005 - 10.2019

Associate of Science -

Harrisburg Area Community College
09.2001 - 12.2005

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