ANGELA HILL
Bellefontaine
Summary
Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Advanced Home Pulmonary Diagnostics, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective communication. Adept at pulmonary function testing and committed to continuous professional development in respiratory care.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advanced Home Pulmonary Diagnostics
04.2019 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
- Conducted diagnostic tests, such as pulmonary function testing, to identify underlying respiratory issues or complications.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and COPD.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Tested pulmonary function to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patient on patient's illness and available remedies.
- 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.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mary Rutan Hospital
09.2003 - 04.2020
- 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 adult 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- 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.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Pulmonary Rehabilitataion Therapist
St. Joseph Hospital
01.1999 - 04.2002
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and due to their changed health status.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans, to deal with decreased mobility, shortness of breath and anxiety.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Tracked progress according to measurable goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver treatment plans and patient care.
- Enhanced patient resilience, equipping them with effective coping strategies for long-term health goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care tailored to individual patient needs.
- Addressing the whole patient with techniques such as, stress reduction therapy and relaxation therapy to improve outcomes.
- Administered, scored and interpreted psychosocial examinations for assessment of different patient markers.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.1995 - 12.1998
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 supplemental oxygen.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- 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.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Pulmonary Function Technologist/Pulmonary Rehab
St. Joseph's Hosptal
10.1994 - 04.1995
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center
08.1994 - 04.1995
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Therapist
Holzer Clinic
01.1994 - 08.1994
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Firelands Community Hospital
08.1988 - 12.1993
Education
No Degree - Pulmonary Disease Educator
American Association For Respiratory Care
Irving, TX10-2018
Certified Pulmonary Function Technician - Pulmonary Functions
National Board of Respiratory Care
Overland Park, KS04-1994
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy
National Board of Respiratory Care
Overland Park, KS12-1989
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH06-1988
Skills
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient education
- Pulmonary function testing
- CPR/AED
- Pulmonary function screenings
- Verbal and written communication
- Spirometer reading
- Diagnostic tools
- Professional bedside manner
- Oxygen therapy
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Clinical decision making
- Patient and caregiver education
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) – National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Ohio Driver's License
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advanced Home Pulmonary Diagnostics
04.2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mary Rutan Hospital
09.2003 - 04.2020
Pulmonary Rehabilitataion Therapist
St. Joseph Hospital
01.1999 - 04.2002
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.1995 - 12.1998
Pulmonary Function Technologist/Pulmonary Rehab
St. Joseph's Hosptal
10.1994 - 04.1995
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center
08.1994 - 04.1995
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Therapist
Holzer Clinic
01.1994 - 08.1994
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Firelands Community Hospital
08.1988 - 12.1993
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) – National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Ohio Driver's License
No Degree - Pulmonary Disease Educator
American Association For Respiratory Care
Certified Pulmonary Function Technician - Pulmonary Functions
National Board of Respiratory Care
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy
National Board of Respiratory Care
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Shawnee State University
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