Bridget Arender
Bolton,MS
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 19 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and bronchitis. Excellent patient evaluation skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Dominic Health Systems. Jackson Mississippi
02.2010 - Current
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing effective discharge planning and follow-up care instructions for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Streamlined department operations to increase efficiency in therapy delivery and documentation.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2005 - 04.2024
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care Technology
Hinds Community College
Jackson,Ms05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
Mississippi College
Clinton,Ms05.1999
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway Management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Patient care documentation
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Relationship Building
- Patient and family advocacy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Instruction
- Medical Terminology
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- CPR/AED
- Emergency medical care
- Team Collaboration
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Electronic Medical Records
- Nitric Oxide Therapy
- Care Plan Management
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Intubation
- Equipment Cleaning
- Patient Advocacy
- Emergency Care
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (RRT-NPS)
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Instruction
- Medical Terminology
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- CPR/AED
- Emergency medical care
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Dominic Health Systems. Jackson Mississippi
02.2010 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2005 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care Technology
Hinds Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
Mississippi College
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