Carlton Means
Wichita,KS
Summary
Experienced Travel Respiratory Therapist skilled in delivering patient-centered care across diverse healthcare environments. Expertise in respiratory therapy procedures and analytical diagnostics enhances patient education and treatment adherence. Developed personalized care plans that reduced recovery times and collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to improve overall patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare/Children's Nebraska
Omaha, Nebraska
07.2026 - Current
- Delivered pediatric respiratory treatments across Children's Nebraska care units.
- Monitored vital signs and documented respiratory changes in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with airway management during urgent pediatric respiratory events and procedures.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and therapists to support coordinated respiratory care.
- Assessed patient breathing status and adjusted therapy plans with clinical team guidance.
- Set up ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and respiratory equipment for patient care.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Fusion Medical Staffing/Children's Nebraska
Omaha
04.2024 - 06.2026
- Delivered pediatric respiratory treatments across Children's Nebraska care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented respiratory changes in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with airway management during urgent pediatric respiratory events and procedures.
- Followed infection control, safety, and hospital protocols in pediatric care settings.
- Assessed patient breathing status and adjusted therapy plans with clinical team guidance.
- Set up ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and respiratory equipment for patient care.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aureus Medical Staffing/Oklahoma Children's
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Delivered pediatric respiratory treatments across Oklahoma Children's units
- Monitored vital signs and documented respiratory changes in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with airway management during urgent pediatric respiratory events and procedures.
- Educated families on inhaler use, breathing exercises, and home care instructions.
- Followed infection control, safety, and hospital protocols in pediatric care settings.
- Assessed patient breathing status and adjusted therapy plans with clinical team guidance.
- Set up ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and respiratory equipment for patient care.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Fusion Medical Staffing/Cox Medical Center
Springfield, Missouri
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Delivered respiratory treatments across all care units.
- Monitored vital signs and documented respiratory changes in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with airway management during urgent pediatric respiratory events and procedures.
- Educated families on inhaler use, breathing exercises, and home care instructions.
- Followed infection control, safety, and hospital protocols in pediatric care settings.
- Assessed patient breathing status and adjusted therapy plans with clinical team guidance.
- Set up ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and respiratory equipment for patient care.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Fusion Medical Staffing/OSU Medical Center
Tulsa, Oklahoma
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Delivered respiratory treatments across Oklahoma State University Medical Center care units.
- Monitored vital signs and documented respiratory changes in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with airway management during urgent pediatric respiratory events and procedures.
- Educated families on inhaler use, breathing exercises, and home care instructions.
- Followed infection control, safety, and hospital protocols in pediatric care settings.
- Assessed patient breathing status and adjusted therapy plans with clinical team guidance.
- Set up ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and respiratory equipment for patient care.
Supervisor of Respiratory Care
Wesley Medical Center HCA
Wichita, Kansas
01.2006 - 03.2021
- Directed respiratory care operations for Wesley Medical Center HCA patient services.
- Supervised respiratory therapists and coordinated daily staffing coverage.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, and case managers on care needs.
- Reviewed patient care plans and respiratory treatment protocols.
- Trained staff on HCA policies and clinical procedures.
- Managed ventilator, oxygen, and nebulizer equipment readiness.
- Led quality checks and maintained compliance with hospital standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Seward County Community College
Liberal, KS 08.1995 - 05.1997
Skills
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Ventilator management
- Airway management
- Oxygen therapy
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare/Children's Nebraska
07.2026 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Fusion Medical Staffing/Children's Nebraska
04.2024 - 06.2026
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aureus Medical Staffing/Oklahoma Children's
01.2024 - 04.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Fusion Medical Staffing/Cox Medical Center
09.2021 - 01.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Fusion Medical Staffing/OSU Medical Center
03.2021 - 09.2021
Supervisor of Respiratory Care
Wesley Medical Center HCA
01.2006 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Seward County Community College
08.1995 - 05.1997