Blake Embry

• Adhered to and applied CVICU weaning protocols
• Recognized and commended as high Performer in emergency care

Administer respiratory treatment and respiratory interventions such as non invasive ventilator/BIPAP or high flow cannula.

• Clinical Preceptor supervising respiratory students.

• Communicated between colleagues and actively participating in team meetings.
• RRT worked as float, ER, Step-down, ICU, Pediatrics ICU & ER
• Administered medications via inhalation or oral routes as prescribed by physicians, monitoring patient response closely to adjust therapy as necessary.
• Educated parents on proper use of home medical equipment, increasing adherence to prescribed therapies and reducing hospital readmissions.

• Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, treatments administered, and progress updates in electronic medical records systems.
• Ensured timely response to emergency situations involving airway management or ventilator support needs by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-stress scenarios.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing respiratory care services throughout the facility.

• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers and MDIs
• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
• Operated as a sole therapist in a critical access hospital. Responsible for ER and L&D interventions.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.

• Adhered to and applied CVICU weaning protocols
• Recognized and commended as high Performer in emergency care
• Rapid response team
• Administer respiratory treatment and respiratory interventions such as non invasive ventilator/BIPAP or high flow cannula.

• Managed, operated, monitored, and recorded ventilator settings.
• Successfully weaned and decannulated rehab patients
• Collaborated and communicated with interdisciplinary teams on discharge planning, patient progress and prognosis.
• Educated Family in Home care management of trach and stoma.

• Provided respiratory care in Emergency room for trauma, pediatric, and adult population.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.

• Intubated critical and emergency care patients
• Airway management such as suctioning and bronchial hygiene.
• Clinical preceptor for students. Providing and overseeing therapeutic interventions.
• Assigned to pediatric acute care to monitor and administer respiratory treatment and interventions.

• Assisted in the setup and monitoring of mechanical ventilation, ensuring appropriate settings for each patient''s unique needs.
• Conducted arterial blood gas sampling and analysis, informing clinical decision-making processes for respiratory interventions.
• Utilized problem-solving skills when troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or addressing complex patient scenarios.