Annika Colburn
Mineral Ridge
Summary
Proficient health care professional with solid foundation in respiratory therapy. Demonstrated success in providing critical care and managing respiratory equipment effectively. Skilled in patient assessment and ventilation management. Reliable, compassionate and knowledgeable in respiratory therapy and equipment used to treat patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Warren, OH
11.2021 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and interventions in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatments based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and equipment usage for optimal outcomes.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Salem Regional Medical Center
Salem, OH
09.2019 - 10.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05-2020
Skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- First Aid/CPR
- Analytical thinking
- Computer skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organization
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bon Secours Mercy Health
11.2021 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Salem Regional Medical Center
09.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Youngstown State University