Carla Haggerty-White
Keithville,LA
Summary
Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Casse Community Health Institute
10.2015 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Daily documentation on vaccine temperatures.
- In charge on yearly audits by State for vaccines compliance.
- Daily inventory of vaccines.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- In charge of all employees and new higher yearly vaccines.
Health Unit Coordinator
University Medical Center, UMC
06.2007 - 08.2011
- Assisted with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
- Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through.
- Transcribed physician orders accurately and alerted nurses to new orders, single orders and stat medications.
- Entered work orders into computer system for appropriate departments regarding maintenance issues and biomed needs.
- Provided concierge service to assist patients and families and direct them to available resources.
- Conducted in-person greeting, welcome and orientation for newly admitted and transferred patients.
- Daily charges of the post operative of each patient.
- Conducted in peer interview commitee.
Respiratory Therapist
Christus Health
Shreveport, LA
09.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- 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.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA05.2022
Skills
- Lab Equipment Operation
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Case Management
- Phlebotomy
- Customer Service
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Specimen Collection
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessments
- Suctioning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- STD Counseling
- Monitoring Patient Progress
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Family Education
- Medical Records Management
- Therapeutic Procedures
- Electronic Medical Record
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Christus Health
09.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Casse Community Health Institute
10.2015 - Current
Health Unit Coordinator
University Medical Center, UMC
06.2007 - 08.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southern University At Shreveport
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