Autumn Thatcher
Lutz,USA
Summary
Highly skilled Charge Respiratory Therapist with experience in managing respiratory care services. Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams, ensuring adherence to guidelines and best practices. Focused on patient-centered care, with strength in implementing appropriate therapeutic strategies for diverse respiratory conditions. Significant contributions made in improving operational efficiency and enhancing patient satisfaction levels.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Respiratory Therapist
Brandon Regional Health Centre
Brandon, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Provided mechanical ventilation to patients with respiratory failure or impairment.
- Monitored patient progress and response to treatment, making adjustments as necessary.
- Instructed patients in the proper use of medical equipment such as nebulizers, oxygen tanks and ventilators.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
Remote Respiratory Therapist
Lincare Health Solutions
Clearwater, Fl
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Setup remote CPAPs for patients who are in need of them
- Excellent customer service skills on the phone with patients
- Multi tasks with two different computers while on the phone performing excellent customer service
- Train patients remotely through the phone and camera how to work their CPAP
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Northside Hospital
Saint Petersburg, Fl
10.2013 - 01.2022
- Properly utilizes patient assessment skills and protocols
- Performs bedside EKGS and overnight oximetry studies
- Initiates, maintains, transports and monitors mechanical ventilators
- Training and proficiency on the PB840, Servo I, V-60 and Vpap
- Inserts Aline's and is a super user
- Intubates and places patients on ventilators
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, Fl
08.2015 - 01.2019
- Established appropriate treatment modalities by reviewing patient health histories and discussing needs and treatment options
- Improved treatment outcomes, performing baseline pulmonary function screening to proactively address health issues
- Counseled patients and family members on respiratory health conditions, treatments, and medications
- Properly utilizes patient assessment skills and protocols
- Performs bedside EKGS and overnight oximetry studies
- Initiates, maintains, transports and monitors mechanical ventilators
- Training and proficiency on the PB840, Servo I, V-60, Vpap, GE R860, vapotherms and optiflows
Education
Associates of Science -
Concorde Career Institute
Tampa, Fl10.2012
Skills
- CRT
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Charge Respiratory Therapist
Brandon Regional Health Centre
05.2024 - Current
Remote Respiratory Therapist
Lincare Health Solutions
01.2021 - 04.2024
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Moffitt Cancer Center
08.2015 - 01.2019
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Northside Hospital
10.2013 - 01.2022
Associates of Science -
Concorde Career Institute
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