Anverdale Locklear
Summary
Seasoned respiratory therapist with several years of experience in healthcare locations and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UNC Health@southeastern
Lumberton
09.2005 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with diverse respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans to optimize recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, empowering them to make informed treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment for optimal performance.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Trained new hires on department policies and safety procedures, ensuring adherence to best practices in respiratory therapy.
- Conducted cardiac stress tests to evaluate patients' heart functions under physical exertion.
Respiratory Therapist
UNC Health @southeastern
Lumberton
09.2005 - Current
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Robeson Community College
Lumberton, NC 05.1994 - 08.2026
Skills
- Respiratory therapy
- Patient education
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical ventilation
- Treatment planning
- Electroencephalogram monitoring
- Cardiac stress test
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UNC Health@southeastern
09.2005 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
UNC Health @southeastern
09.2005 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Robeson Community College
05.1994 - 08.2026