Ariel Branch
Dothan,AL
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with years of experience in healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sacred Heart Health System
Pensacola, FL
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- 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.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Medical Staffing Solutions
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SnapNurse
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist South
Montgomery , Alabama
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management by performing ventilator management tasks.
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Respiratory Technician/Therapist
Miller County Hospital
Colquitt, GA
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Setup oxygen, CPAP and BiPAP machines for patients requiring breathing treatments
- Met with nursing team members and assessed patient medical records, making appropriate changes to respiratory care and therapy to enhance outcomes
- Adhered to strict infection control measures and verified proper cleaning and sanitation of respiratory equipment prior to each use
- Oversaw needs of patients of all ages in long-term healthcare center, consistently providing high level of quality care
- Questioned patients about medical backgrounds to obtain accurate health history data and optimize treatment plans
- Conducted patient assessments and reviewed physician instructions to develop and implement tailored respiratory therapy care plans based on individual requirements
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Mental Health Technician
SpectraCare Health Systems
Dothan, AL
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Ensured that clients and families were treated with respect and dignity.
- Assisted and counseled mental patients daily.
- Supervised care for many mental health patients in -10-15 bed facility.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supported patients with guidance from RN medical professional.
Clinical Assistant
Fairview Clinic
Dothan, AL
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support and compassion.
- Restocked supplies in front office and in patient exam rooms to stay in line with expected patient levels.
- Reviewed physician’s calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Dothan, AL2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Northview
Dothan, AL2011
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluation
- Patient Care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory Therapy
- Outpatient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Tracheostomy Care
- First Aid/CPR
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS/CPR certification/ ACLS Training
- I have my license in Alabama, Florida and Georgia
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sacred Heart Health System
02.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Medical Staffing Solutions
10.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SnapNurse
09.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist South
06.2020 - 09.2021
Respiratory Technician/Therapist
Miller County Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2021
Mental Health Technician
SpectraCare Health Systems
03.2019 - 09.2019
Clinical Assistant
Fairview Clinic
12.2017 - 08.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
High School Diploma - undefined
Northview
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