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BARBARA PALMER

PAM ACUTE CARE
Denver,CO
22
years of professional experience

Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Adventist Health System, excelling in airway management and patient education. Achieved successful weaning from mechanical ventilation through tailored oxygenation strategies, enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and committed to collaborative care, ensuring optimal treatment plans for diverse patient needs.

Professional respiratory care provider with comprehensive experience in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and critical care. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in mechanical ventilation, airway management, and emergency response. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards of respiratory care in dynamic healthcare environments.

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

8 Years 8 Months
PAM ACUTE CARE | 12.2017 - Current
  • Administered respiratory therapy treatments to improve patient outcomes and support recovery processes.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status using advanced diagnostic equipment and techniques.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans, improving compliance and understanding of care protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

14 Years 11 Months
Adventist Health System | 03.2004 - 02.2019
  • Administered respiratory therapy treatments and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Led departmental initiatives to streamline workflow processes and reduce response times for critical care patients.
  • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

Respiratory Therapist

10 Years 1 Month
National Jewish Health | 11.2008 - 12.2018
  • Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
  • Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
  • Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.

Education

Associate of Science - RESPIRATORY

APOLLO COLLEGE | Phoenix, AZ | 08-1992

Skills

Airway management
Tracheostomy care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory equipment setup

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

PAM ACUTE CARE
12.2017 - CurrentRead More

Respiratory Therapist

National Jewish Health
11.2008 - 12.2018Read More

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Adventist Health System
03.2004 - 02.2019Read More

APOLLO COLLEGE

Associate of Science from RESPIRATORY
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BARBARA PALMER