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CAMRYN SMITH

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Patient-orientated Registered Respiratory Therapist with 4 years of experience, helping patients to overcome breathing difficulties to enhance their lives using specialized knowledge to access, treat, and care for patients.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

North Kansas City Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs, including utilization of bronchoscopies.
  • Became trained on EBUS procedures as well as becoming familiar with the ION Robotic Bronchoscopy.
  • Was given, and accepted, an opportunity to be apart of the team of Respiratory Therapists bring trained on the ION Robotic Bronchoscopy, as well as communicating with sales reps regarding new policies and protocols, working closely with NKCH Pulmonologists.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN

Centerpoint Medical Center Indepencence MO
06.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
  • Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Liberty Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2024
  • Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing.
  • Evaluated plan of cares to develop better treatment plans.
  • Managed and initiated mechanical ventilation to deliver airway management.
  • Provided inhaled medications with nebulizers, inhalers and positive pressure therapies.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove secretions and improve lung function.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs and arterial blood gases.
  • Performed bedside spirometries and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
  • Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
  • Completed yearly CEU'S to stay up to date with Respiratory Therapy advancements.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO
02.2020

Skills

  • Assisted in performing EBUS procedures with the ION Robotic Bronchoscopy
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Airway management as well as assisting in intubations and bedside bronchoscopies
  • Up to date on BLS, ALS, and NRP
  • Blood Gas Analysis, including running ABG's on ABL 800 FLEX
  • Respiratory Equipment Setup and utilization of 980 Puritan Bennet ventilators, Hamilton Ventilators, Respironics v60 bipaps and CPAP's, Ambu Disposable Bronchoscope, Airvo, Vapotherm, Volera Therapy, MCG Diagnostic Bedside Spirometry, and incourage chest vest
  • Patient care documentation, utilizing Allscripts, Meditech, and Cerner charting systems
  • Professional bedside manner

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

North Kansas City Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN

Centerpoint Medical Center Indepencence MO
06.2023 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Liberty Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College

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