Brittany Smallwood
Pea Ridge,AR
Summary
Knowledgeable Respiratory Therapist with strong foundation in respiratory therapy care and patient management. Effectively provided acute and chronic respiratory support, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in ventilator management and patient education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Home Medical
04.2023 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Facilitated troubleshooting efforts, quickly identifying and resolving technical issues with CPAP machines.
- Educated patients on proper cleaning and maintenance techniques, prolonging the life of their equipment and reducing risk of infection.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of home-based oxygen systems, promoting self-sufficiency and safety.
- Reduced equipment malfunctions through diligent troubleshooting and timely repairs.
Respiratory Therapist
Apria Healthcare Group Inc.
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Manage and operate mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provide CPAP/BiPAP setups and education
- Deliver treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Hospital discharges with oxygen and setups in home
- Cooperate and communicate with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Maintain patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Respiratory Therapist Student
Missouri Southern State University
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Practiced proper infection control measures and verified proper function, cleanliness and sanitization before use
- Provided ongoing care to patients requiring oxygen, CPAP and BIPAP setups
- Asked appropriate questions including medication ingestion, to gather necessary medical date from patients and prepare treatment protocols
- Documenting information
- Ventilator setup and monitoring
- Chest x-ray interpretation
- Transporting critical patients
- Participating in emergency care
- Arterial blood gases
- ECG
- Medication delivery/setup
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort Keepers in Home Health
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to the care team
- Conducted routine checks and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legacy Village Assisted Living Green House Home
07.2013 - 01.2016
- Making critical thinking decisions and solving problems
- Used mobility devices and equipment to carefully transport patients
- Played games, crafts and gardening with patients on an everyday basis to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entrainment
- Provided basic care by bathing, grooming and changing bedding
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to carry out doctor orders and treatment care plans
Education
Medical Coding & Billing
CareerSteps
Utah12-2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO05.2020
High School Diploma -
Bentonville High School
Bentonville, AR05.2011
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Time management
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Computer skills
- Active listening
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Reliable
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- CRT
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Home Medical
04.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Apria Healthcare Group Inc.
08.2022 - 04.2023
Respiratory Therapist Student
Missouri Southern State University
08.2018 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort Keepers in Home Health
01.2016 - 01.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legacy Village Assisted Living Green House Home
07.2013 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Missouri Southern State University
High School Diploma -
Bentonville High School
- CRT
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
Medical Coding & Billing
CareerSteps
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