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Brianna Swiger

Clarksburg

Summary

Healthcare professional skilled in respiratory therapy and patient care techniques. Proven ability to provide therapeutic interventions and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring patient needs are met with precision and compassion. Proficient in ventilator management and respiratory assessments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
  • Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.

Respiratory Care Practitioner

St. Agnes Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2023
  • Administered respiratory therapies such as nebulizers and inhalers, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and patient safety standards.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and responses to treatments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Managing equipment such as ventilators, BiPaps and CPAPS.
  • Assessing each patient individually.


Respiratory Care Practitioner

Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin
12.2018 - 05.2022

Administered different respiratory therapies such as metaneb, IPPB, cough assist and hand held nebulizers. Initiated and maintained non-invasive ventilation such as BIPAP, CPAP and ventilators. Assisted physicians with intubations. Completed home oxygen evaluations. Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and APPs to make sure the patient has the best care. Worked as a rapid response and medical emergency respiratory therapist. Maintained and downsized tracheostomies.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mercy Hospital
05.2018 - 12.2018

Initiated different respiratory therapies such as hand held nebulizers and non-invasive ventilation. Initiated invasive ventilation. Assisted in intubations and medical emergencies. Maintained tracheostomies.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 05.2018

Initiated different respiratory therapies such as cough assist, non-invasive ventilation, hand held nebulizers,and airway clearance therapies Collaborated with physicians and nurses on patient care. Assisted in medical emergencies.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Pierpont Community And Technical College
Fairmont, WV
4 2017

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI

Skills

  • Assessing patients
  • Creating patient care plans
  • Educating patients
  • Customer care
  • Respiratory medical equipment
  • Respiratory treatments
  • Patient care documentation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Working collaboratively
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • PPE use
  • Problem resolution
  • Organization
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Airway management
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Patient education
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Medication administration
  • Bronchial hygiene techniques

Certification

  • RRT-ACCS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Respiratory Care Practitioner

St. Agnes Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2023

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin
12.2018 - 05.2022

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mercy Hospital
05.2018 - 12.2018

Registered Respiratory Therapist

J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Cardinal Stritch University

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Pierpont Community And Technical College