Billie Brashears
Lexington,KY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record of high productivity and efficient task execution. Expertise in patient assessment, mechanical ventilation management, and emergency respiratory care contributes to exceptional patient outcomes. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability skills enhance performance in fast-paced environments. Committed to advancing patient care through continuous learning and application of best practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington, KY
07.2017 - Current
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
07.2015 - 04.2017
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
Education
Respiratory Therapy
Southeast Community And Technical College
Whitesburg, KY06-2015
Skills
- Airway management
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Equipment setup
- Medication administration
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Ventilator management
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway clearance techniques
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Scheduling and staffing
- Clinical documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Emergency response readiness
- Intubation assistance
- Patient and caregiver education
- Caring bedside manner
- Care plan management
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Kentucky Hospital
07.2017 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Pikeville Medical Center
07.2015 - 04.2017
Respiratory Therapy
Southeast Community And Technical College
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