Bethany Loy
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center, enhancing patient care through expert ventilation management and airway management. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and known for a professional bedside manner, significantly improved ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients. Excelled in emergency response and patient education, demonstrating a commitment to respiratory health excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center
08.2012 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Emergency Center- Alon
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Worked PRN at Alon Emergency room-filling in where help was needed.
- Provided respiratory care by administering therapeutic treatments and educating patients.
- Analyzed patient data to adjust treatments and improve respiratory efficiency.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2012
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Electronic medical records
- Ventilator management
- Professional bedside manner
- Spirometry testing
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – Texas Board of Respiratory Care.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Emergency Center- Alon
04.2015 - 01.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center
08.2012 - Current
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – Texas Board of Respiratory Care.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Texas State University
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