Brittany Cruel
Albany,GA
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Crisp Regional Hospital, enhancing patient care through expert application of diagnostic tools and treatment administration. Demonstrated leadership in clinical settings, fostering team collaboration and advocating effectively for patients and their families. Skilled in employing infection control measures and executing care plans efficiently, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Crisp Regional Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Managed and operated 15 mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Medical Assistant
Albany Area Primary Health Care
08.2015 - 10.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted 6 physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
Home Health Aide
Brickhaven Assisted Living
05.2008 - 07.2014
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Helped 8 clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Education
Associate of Medical Assisting - Healthcare
Albany Technical College
Albany Ga 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Monroe Comprehensive High School
Albany Ga 05.2007
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Clinical Leadership
- Diagnostic Tools
- Care Planning
- Infection Control
- Treatment Administration
- Professional Bedside Manner
Patient Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Care Plan Management
- Emergency medical care
- Operational Reporting
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical Terminology
- Intubation
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Crisp Regional Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Albany Area Primary Health Care
08.2015 - 10.2020
Home Health Aide
Brickhaven Assisted Living
05.2008 - 07.2014
Associate of Medical Assisting - Healthcare
Albany Technical College
High School Diploma -
Monroe Comprehensive High School
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
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