Anna Smith
Seattle,Washington
Summary
Compassionate emerging respiratory therapist skilled in patient care, effective communication, teamwork, and critical thinking. Committed to enhancing patient health through collaborative teamwork and emergency response readiness.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Student- Graduated
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, Washington
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Currently have my CRT license obtained March 2026. In works RRT
- Assisted in patient assessments and gathered respiratory data for treatment plans.
- Administered respiratory therapies under supervision of licensed professionals.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during care to patients to ensure safety.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment.
- Maintained and sterilized respiratory equipment according to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care and treatment strategies.
- Documented patient progress and therapy outcomes in electronic health records.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials like oxygen tanks or chemical agents used for aerosol treatments.
- Performed emergency response duties like CPR or airway clearance when needed.
- Oversaw ventilator management protocols including intubations, extubations, tracheostomies and mechanical ventilation settings adjustments according to established standards of practice.
- Assisted in developing treatment plans tailored to individual needs of patients.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration following treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Administered medically prescribed medications following policy and procedures under supervision of licensed respiratory therapists.
Home Care Aide
First Choice in Home Care
Tacoma, Washington
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided personal care services to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of client environments and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to supervisors.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients for improved comfort and care.
- Documented care activities accurately in client records and logs.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other errands as needed.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living like meal preparation and feeding.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation or playing games.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Adhered to agency policies and procedures while providing home health services.
- Observed changes in the patient's condition or behavior that could indicate a need for further medical attention.
- Respected the dignity of all patients by maintaining confidentiality of their health information.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Recorded patient information such as condition, diet and progress in medical records.
- Greeted patients and families with an enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Provided emotional support to patients who were dealing with difficult diagnoses or end-of-life situations.
- Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure quality care for all clients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Orchard Park Health and Rehabilitation Center
Tacoma, Washington
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and communal areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Provided residents with information on health management and wellness practices.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and improve patient care approaches.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assessed physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and arranged care for medical concerns.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA06-2025
Skills
- Respiratory therapy protocols
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Proactive support
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Clinical decision making
- Professionalism and empathy
- Continuous learning mindset
- Emergency response readiness
- Patient and family advocacy
- Multitasking
- Organized
- Reliable team member
Certification
- CRT License- The National Board for Respiratory Care
- BLS Certification- American Red Cross
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student- Graduated
Tacoma Community College
09.2023 - 06.2025
Home Care Aide
First Choice in Home Care
09.2022 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Orchard Park Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tacoma Community College