CASSANDRA JEAN-SIMON
Dallas,Georgia
Summary
Motivated professional experienced in providing patient care in a hospital setting. Proven track record of successful management of all aspects of respiratory care, including patient assessment, therapeutic treatments and post-care follow-ups. Experienced in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical ventilators and other respiratory equipment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician
Atrium Floyd
Rome, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Attendance at high risk deliveries
- Ventilator management with conventional as well as high-frequency oscillatory (HFO) and high-frequency jet (HFJ) ventilation
- High flow nasal cannula setup and maintenance
- Bubble cpap set up and maintenance
- Medication administration, assessment and airway clearance
- Surfactant administration
- Assist with intubations
- Nitric oxide administration
- Blood gas analyzing and interpretation.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Assisted in emergency situations related to cardiopulmonary arrest or other life threatening conditions
- Administered aerosolized medications via nebulizers or inhalers as prescribed by physician orders
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing ventilators, oxygenation devices and other respiratory equipment
- Initiated chest physiotherapy to clear airways of secretions in critically ill patients
- Instructed patients on proper use of home oxygen systems and breathing exercises.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered oxygen therapy as needed for critically ill patients
- Use oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal artificial airways
- Demonstrate oral and nasal endotracheal intubation.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Redmond Medical Center Tanner Medical Center
Carrollton, GA
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Implemented strategies for prevention of secondary infections caused by mechanical ventilation devices
- Initiated chest physiotherapy to clear airways of secretions in critically ill patients
- Conducted assessments of patient's condition using physical examinations, laboratory data, imaging studies and medical history.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Tanner Medical Center
Carrollton, GA
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Initiated mechanical ventilation procedures in accordance with physician orders
- Monitored vital signs while providing oxygen therapy or mechanical ventilation
- Utilized critical thinking skills to troubleshoot any issues related to mechanical ventilation devices.
Clinical Care Associate
Northside Hospital
Atlanta, GA
02.2015 - 01.2022
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control protocol standards
- Assisted nursing staff with basic procedures such as taking temperatures or pulse rates.
Clinical Care Associate
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Helped maintain a positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodbridge Assisted Living
Fredricksburg, VA
05.2008 - 08.2012
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Townsend Park Health & Rehabilitation
Cartersville, GA
11.2005 - 05.2008
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
- Helped maintain a positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents
- Assessed patient needs and reported any changes in condition to appropriate staff members promptly.
Cashier
KFC
Smyrna, GA
06.2000 - 05.2005
- Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges
- Maintained cleanliness of the checkout area by cleaning counters, shelves and windows
- Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Respiratory Care Technology
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Basic Life Support
- Geriatric Care
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Safety Precautions
- Critical Thinking
- Effective communication
- Cultural competence
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Neonatal intensive care
- Aerosol medication delivery
- Respiratory care planning
- Emergency airway management
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Airway clearance techniques
- Bronchial hygiene therapy
- Respiratory monitoring
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Infection control practices
- Pulmonary function testing
- Critical thinking abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Languages
- Creole Native
- French Native
Awards
- Resp 2100
- Resp 2120
- Resp 2130
- Resp 2160
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
Kennestone Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student
Redmond Medical Center Tanner Medical Center
10.2023 - 11.2023
Respiratory Therapy Student
Tanner Medical Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
Technician
Atrium Floyd
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Care Associate
Northside Hospital
02.2015 - 01.2022
Clinical Care Associate
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
01.2012 - 02.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodbridge Assisted Living
05.2008 - 08.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Townsend Park Health & Rehabilitation
11.2005 - 05.2008
Cashier
KFC
06.2000 - 05.2005
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Respiratory Care Technology
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Georgia State University
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