Angelina Farris
303 Montrose Street,VA
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital-Princeton
120 12th Street Princeton , WV
03.2009 - Current
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- 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.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Lukes Hospital
Bluefield, WV
11.1993 - 03.2009
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Performed EKG's, Holter monitors, stress tests, and echocardiograms
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA12.1993
High School Diploma -
Pocahontas High
Pocahontas06.1991
Skills
- ACLS/BLS Certified
- Individualized Care Plans
- Patient Safety
- Respiratory Care Procedures
- Infection Control Procedures
- Federal Guidelines
- Acute Illness
- Corrective Action Plans
- Incident Reports
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital-Princeton
03.2009 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Lukes Hospital
11.1993 - 03.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southwest Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Pocahontas High
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