Brandy Hallenbeck
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist experienced in diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions while monitoring treatment progress and educating patients on management strategies. Achieved optimal patient outcomes through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and tailored treatment protocols. Demonstrated clinical leadership by training students and managing airway interventions, reinforcing high standards of patient care and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy
Ardmore, Oklahoma
08.2024 - 09.2026
- Managed ventilator support and oxygen therapy in accordance with hospital respiratory protocols, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive respiratory assessments for patients in acute care units to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered nebulizer treatments and inhaled medications for inpatient care, enhancing patient comfort and respiratory function.
Respiratory Therapist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Gainsville, GA
08.2017 - 03.2024
- Set up, monitored and adjusted mechanical ventilators and other respiratory equipment.
- Managed patient care in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Read physician orders to determine treatment requirements, including therapy type, method and duration.
- Managed airways through optimal positioning, securing, humidification selection, and suctioning to ensure effective respiratory support.
- Met unique patient needs and determined the appropriate treatment type and frequency.
- Evaluated ventilation modes and implemented strategies to optimize patient-ventilator interface, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Trained students in respiratory therapy techniques, patient care and safety standards.
Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's
Athens, GA
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Improved treatment outcomes and performed baseline pulmonary function screening to proactively address health issues.
- Conducted patient consultations, reviewed health histories, and discussed individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and medication management.
- Executed incentive spirometry to enhance airway clearance and promote lung expansion.
Respiratory Therapist
Landmark Hospital
Athens, GA
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Conducted patient assessments, reviewed health histories, and discussed treatment options to identify individual needs.
- Counseled patients and families on respiratory health conditions, treatments, and medications, enhancing understanding and adherence while performing baseline pulmonary function screenings to address health issues.
- Managed patient airways through positioning, securing, humidification selection, and suctioning to ensure optimal respiratory function.
Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Assessed patient conditions and responses to treatment based on intake information and equipment readings.
- Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, and inhaled medications per physician orders.
- Managed ventilators and adjusted settings for acute care and critical care patients.
- Assessed respiratory status on Mercy inpatient units and documented findings in EHR.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Respiratory
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma CitySkills
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Ventilator management
- Oxygen therapy
- Airway suctioning
- Tracheostomy Care
- Treatment delivery
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Emergency Medical Care
- Pulmonary function testing
- Clinical Training
- Patient Education
- Clinical Leadership
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
Certification
Currently licensed to practice Respiratory in the state of Oklahoma and Georgia, ACLS, BLS, Currently active
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy
08.2024 - 09.2026
Respiratory Therapist
St Mary's
05.2019 - 03.2020
Respiratory Therapist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
08.2017 - 03.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Landmark Hospital
03.2016 - 09.2019
Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Center
12.2014 - 02.2016
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Respiratory
Oklahoma City Community College