Autumn Brewer
Rosebud,Texas
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Temple, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Temple, TX
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted in administering oxygen therapy to patients with low oxygen levels.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Ensured all equipment used during treatments is functioning properly prior to use.
- Provided patient education on proper use of inhalers and nebulizers for treatment of respiratory conditions.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests, such as spirometry and peak flow measurements, to assess lung function.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Assisted in intubations, extubations, tracheostomies, bronchoscopies, mechanical ventilation and other related procedures under the supervision of a registered RT.
- Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted with chest physiotherapy on pediatric patients suffering from asthma or pneumonia.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2022
Skills
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Patient Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Treatment Administration
- Patient Care Documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Team Collaboration
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Tracheostomy Care
- Emergency Medical Care
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Intern
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
12.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Texas State University