Ashanti Foxx-Presley
Hornlake
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with strong skills in mechanical ventilation, patient monitoring, and emergency care. Committed to developing effective care plans and educating patients for improved respiratory health.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therpist
Methodist Lebonheur Healthcare
Memphis
12.2025 - 07.2026
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Provided emergency care including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment use.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians to develop patient care plans.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Participated in continuing education activities to enhance knowledge of respiratory care practices.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis
Memphis
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Provided emergency care, including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Provided education to patients on respiratory care techniques and equipment use. on respiratory care techniques and equipment use.
- Worked closely with nurses to create comprehensive patient care plans. and physicians to develop patient care plans.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Participated in infection control measures to ensure a safe environment.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Restorative Care
Memphis
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Provided emergency care including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Educated patients on respiratory care techniques and equipment use to enhance understanding and promote self-management.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians to develop patient care plans.
- Identified and addressed high-risk situations, such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation, to ensure patient safety.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Assessed patients' response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Coordinated with patients, family members, and physicians to address concerns and update care plans.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Participated in infection control measures to ensure a safe environment.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
Respiratory Therapist
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
Jackson
07.2021 - 03.2024
- Configured and supervised mechanical ventilators in critical care settings and handled associated critical care duties.
- Educated patients on respiratory care techniques and equipment use to enhance self-management and adherence.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Identified high-risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and implemented timely interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately.
- Assessed patients' response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Engaged in infection control measures to maintain patient safety to ensure a safe environment.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Supported training of new hires on respiratory therapy protocols on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Provided emergency care including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessment findings and patient needs to optimize treatment outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN03-2021
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Ventilator management
- Intubation
- Oxygen therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Blood gas analysis
- Vital signs monitoring
- Oxygen therapy
- Emergency care
- Respiratory setup
- Equipment setup
- Pulse oximetry
- Care planning
- Patient care
- Pediatric care
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therpist
Methodist Lebonheur Healthcare
12.2025 - 07.2026
Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis
08.2025 - 12.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Restorative Care
03.2024 - 08.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
07.2021 - 03.2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College