Anna White
MEDINA,OH
Summary
Compassionate Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist skilled in administering respiratory therapies while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Collaborates with healthcare teams to create tailored treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and support. Also treats adult cardiac patients that have been followed by their pediatric cardiac doctor.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
02.2026 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting therapies based on clinical assessments and physician directives.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care plans, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Operated advanced respiratory equipment, performing routine maintenance to ensure optimal functionality.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
Pediatric Certified Respiratory Therapist
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Clevleand, OH
07.2025 - 02.2026
- Administered respiratory therapies, including nebulization and oxygen therapy, to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during treatments to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for effective home care management.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosing complex respiratory conditions through thorough assessment and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
- Optimized ventilator management by assessing patient needs and making necessary adjustments based on clinical findings.
- Expedited emergency response times, participating in Code Blue situations as an essential member of the rapid response team.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Respiratory Therapist Limited Permit Holder
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Cleveland, OH
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Administered respiratory therapies including mechanical ventilation and aerosol treatments, to diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment protocols based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, treatment options, and home care techniques for improved outcomes.
- Gained experience doing floor therapy for patients
Respiratory Support Technician
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Cleveland, OH
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted in managing inventory of IT equipment, ensuring availability for operational needs.
- Facilitated communication between users and IT department, streamlining support requests resolution.
- Completed inventory counts and organized supplies, stocking supplies in each unit and creating an order list
- Trained junior technicians to improve their technical skills and increase overall team productivity.
- Implemented proactive measures to identify potential issues before they escalated, minimizing system disruptions.
- Updated documentation and produced reports.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and latest technology advancements.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05-2025
Bachelor of Music - Music
Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL12-2003
Skills
- Critical care experience
- ICU experience (NICU, PICU, PCICU)
- Mechanical Ventilation experience
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Cardiopulmonary diagnostics
- Bronchopulmonary hygiene
- Tracheostomy care expertise
- Certified in CPR/BLS training
- Certified in NRP (Pediatric and Neonatal Resuscitation
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist License # 209778
- American Lung Association Member
- BLS License - Expires July 2027
- NRP LIcense-expires July 2027
- PALS certified-expires July 2027
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cleveland Clinic
02.2026 - Current
Pediatric Certified Respiratory Therapist
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.2025 - 02.2026
Respiratory Therapist Limited Permit Holder
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
09.2024 - 07.2025
Respiratory Support Technician
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.2023 - 09.2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Cuyahoga Community College
Bachelor of Music - Music
Wheaton College