Angela Detjen
Jefferson City ,MISSOURI
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Clinical Care Coordinator with extensive experience at the University of Missouri, excelling in patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient education, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations while fostering a safe healthcare environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Clinical Care Coordinator
University of Missouri
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in coordinating patient care plans to enhance service delivery.
- Supported healthcare teams by maintaining accurate patient records and documentation.
- Facilitated communication between patients and providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Organized patient appointments and follow-up visits to optimize scheduling efficiency.
- Engaged in ongoing training to stay updated on compliance regulations and best practices.
- Provided administrative support in managing health information systems effectively.
- Monitored patient progress and reported any discrepancies or concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient care processes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Missouri
04.2007 - 05.2023
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments following established protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical observations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and proper equipment usage.
- Maintained equipment calibration and ensured readiness for patient use.
- Conducted quality assurance checks to uphold high standards of care delivery.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for patient assessment and treatment administration.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- 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.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
East Central College
Union Missouri05.2007
High School Diploma -
New Haven High School
New Haven, MO05.1991
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Organizational skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
- Patient education
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical documentation
- Physical assessment
- Medical terminology
- Care planning
- Documentation
- Goal setting
- Quality improvement
- Scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Medical equipment operation
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Organizational standards
- Supervision
- Clinical leadership
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Clinical education
- Infection control
- Clinical instruction
- Patient health education
- Protocol adherence
Timeline
Respiratory Clinical Care Coordinator
University of Missouri
05.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Missouri
04.2007 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
East Central College
High School Diploma -
New Haven High School
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