Andree Hunter
Galesburg,IL
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Unity Point Health Methodist, specializing in airway management and delivering compassionate patient care. Expert in ventilator management and skilled in emergency medical care, consistently improving patient outcomes. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and a caring bedside manner, making a significant impact in high-stakes environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05.2015
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Medical Solutions (at OSF ST. Francis Hospital)
Peoria, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and home care techniques.
- Conducted diagnostic tests, including pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analyses, ensuring accuracy in results.
Respiratory Therapist
Ayahealthcare (at Kindred Hospital)
Peoria, IL
06.2021 - 12.2024
Administered breathing treatments, managed ventilators and airways in ED, ICU, and CVICU.
Respiratory Therapist
Unity Point Health Methodist
Peoria, IL
06.2008 - 06.2021
Provided critical support in ED, ICU, CVICU for respiratory patient care.
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment setup
- Caring bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Treatment administration
- Physical assessments
- Emergency medical care
- Patient care
- Equipment cleaning
- Strong clinical judgment
- First aid and CPR
- Ventilator management expertise
Certification
ACLS, BLS, CPR
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Medical Solutions (at OSF ST. Francis Hospital)
01.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Ayahealthcare (at Kindred Hospital)
06.2021 - 12.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Unity Point Health Methodist
06.2008 - 06.2021
Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory
Illinois Central College