Ashley Ragsdale
Owasso,OK
Summary
Professional Respiratory Care Practitioner with outstanding experience and success in providing optimal outcomes for patients with respiratory healthcare needs. Expert in providing patients with focused care through respiratory evaluations, individualized treatment plan creation, medical documentation and health condition education. Dedicated to caring for patients' needs based on symptoms, diagnosis and age group to achieve health goals and arrive at better outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Saint Francis Healthcare System
05.2024 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by educating families on home care techniques and importance of medication adherence.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Conducted pulmonary function tests to accurately diagnose lung diseases, facilitating appropriate treatment interventions.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 02.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments of respiratory conditions.
- Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on respiratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning while adhering to safety protocols throughout the facility.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX08.2019
Skills
- Respiratory Healthcare Equipment
- Patient Assessments
- Developing Patient Care Plans
- Breathing Treatments
- Tracheostomy Care
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Ventilator Management
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Infection Control
- Problem Solving
Additional Information
My responsibilities included being a shift supervisor to a 12+ team and being the primary infection control contact. This includes administrative duties and being extremely skilled in the functions of the Olympus high level disinfection machine for bronchoscopies.
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC registry 181807 - Expiration 8/31/2030
- Basic Life Support (AHA) - Expiration 1/2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA) - Expiration 1/2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) - Expiration 1/2026
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Saint Francis Healthcare System
05.2024 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 02.2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of The Incarnate Word
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