Casey Kirkpatrick
Jacksboro,TX
Summary
Seasoned RRT with most of my career being in pediatrics at a Level 1 trauma center with Magnet designation. I thrive in the Emergency room setting and also other areas of the hospital. I am always willing to learn and pride myself on being a team player. I love the education side of healthcare as well. Looking forward to being an asset and part of the pediatric world once again!
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RRT
Faith Community Hospital
2022.08 - Current
- Skillfully operated complex respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and accurate results for optimal patient care.
- Attend all deliveries and c-sections, intervene to stabilize for transfer if needed
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding respiratory issues or concerns that arose during daily patient care activities on the floor
- Perform all EKG's
- Operate as the sole RT for the entire hospital on my shift
- Place holter monitors
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough education on respiratory conditions, medications, and proper device usage.
Travel RRT
United Regional Hospital
2021.09 - 2022.04
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients requiring ventilator support or palliative measures in collaboration with hospice teams.
- Skillfully operated complex respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and accurate results for optimal patient care.
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based respiratory care protocols and individualized treatment plans.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Travel RRT
Parrish Medical Center
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients requiring ventilator support or palliative measures in collaboration with hospice teams during the height of COVID.
- Skillfully operated complex respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and accurate results for optimal patient care.
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, treatments administered, and progress updates in electronic medical records systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care, resulting in better overall health management.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding respiratory issues or concerns that arose during daily patient care activities on the unit.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure, resulting in stabilized conditions and improved outcomes.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Travel RRT
Krucial Staffing
2021.01 - 2021.04
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients requiring ventilator support or palliative measures in collaboration with hospice teams.
- Skillfully operated complex respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and accurate results for optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care, resulting in better overall health management.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure during COVID pandemic
- Ensured timely response to emergency situations involving airway management or ventilator support needs by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-stress scenarios.
Pediatric RRT
Lebonheur Children Medical Center- Germantown
2016.01 - 2021.01
- Helped to open this Pediatric ER inside of one of our adult facilities.
- Managed respiratory inventory and quality controls for this ER.
- Provided care to patients with acute respiratory issues
- Educated families
- Performed EKG's
Pediatric RRT
Lebonheur Children Medical Center
2008.04 - 2021.01
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Supported clinical research initiatives within the respiratory therapy field by contributing expertise and participating in data collection efforts.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities such as conferences and workshops related to respiratory therapy advancements.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough education on respiratory conditions, medications, and proper device usage.
- Mentored new RRT staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the field of respiratory therapy.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for patients with chronic respiratory conditions by providing comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to ensure consistency in respiratory care services across the organization.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trusting relationships that contributed to improved patient compliance with treatment plans.
- Worked in Trauma for this Level 1 trauma center, as well as ICU, Long term TCU, and regular floors.
- Trained new hires, developed educational classes for 2nd year residents on a yearly basis, as well as education fairs for employees.
- Was on several committees over the years and really was dedicated to the improvement of the children of Memphis.
Pediatric RRT
St. Jude Children Research Hospital
2015.02 - 2015.11
- Supported clinical research initiatives within the respiratory therapy field by contributing expertise and participating in data collection efforts.
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure
- Provided care to the most medically complex children suffering with terminal illnesses including cancer and other life threatening conditions.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients requiring ventilator support or palliative measures in collaboration with hospice teams.
CRT
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
2006.11 - 2007.12
- Performed diagnostic tests, such as arterial blood gas analyses, to guide treatment decisions and monitor effectiveness.
- Processed equipment per established cleaning and sterilization procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and seamless care transitions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by developing targeted discharge plans with a focus on long-term respiratory health management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN05.2006
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Aerosol Medication Delivery
- Critical Care Experience
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Oxygen Therapy Administration
- Bronchial Hygiene Therapy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Patient assessment proficiency
- Respiratory Disease Knowledge
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
- Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Team Collaboration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Education
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Airway Management
- Equipment Cleaning
- End of life care
- Infection Control
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Patient care documentation
- Care Planning
- Emergency medical care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Timeline
RRT
Faith Community Hospital
2022.08 - Current
Travel RRT
United Regional Hospital
2021.09 - 2022.04
Travel RRT
Parrish Medical Center
2021.05 - 2021.08
Travel RRT
Krucial Staffing
2021.01 - 2021.04
Pediatric RRT
Lebonheur Children Medical Center- Germantown
2016.01 - 2021.01
Pediatric RRT
St. Jude Children Research Hospital
2015.02 - 2015.11
Pediatric RRT
Lebonheur Children Medical Center
2008.04 - 2021.01
CRT
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
2006.11 - 2007.12
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
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