Brett Outz
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 6.5 years of experience in acute healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Tristar Centennial Children's Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Transport patients via ambulance or helicopter from outlying hospitals to home hospital.
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Tristar Summit Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Respiratory Therapist
Aerocare
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN05.2016
High School Diploma -
Central Academy
Macon, MS05.2003
Skills
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Oxygen Therapy
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Care Plan Management
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
- Arterial Punctures
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Equipment Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- NRP Certified
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Tristar Centennial Children's Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Aerocare
09.2020 - 05.2021
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Tristar Summit Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Volunteer State Community College
High School Diploma -
Central Academy
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- NRP Certified
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