Cassie Ritchie
Cumberland,United States
Summary
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through 21 years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current). Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
In pursuit of Echocardiography certification utilizing the CCI Pathway. Utilizing Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy to satisfy RCS235 Qualification Pathway.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
UPMC Western Maryland
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Provided exceptional patient care, ensuring proper positioning during surgery to minimize discomfort or injury risk.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting routine inspections and troubleshooting issues with anesthesia machines and devices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Assisted in successful surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals.
- Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Transfer and collection of blood products
- Gathering supplies and setting up single A-Lines, Triple A-Lines and Blood Warmer.
- Currently Training in the Open Heart Room.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Western Maryland Health System UPMC
09.2010 - 11.2023
- Displayed strong clinical skills in assessing vital signs, performing glucose checks, and providing pre- and post-operative care, diagnostic testing & specimen collection, Medical Terminology, practicing standards of Infection Control
- Adhered to safety guidelines, Patient Care, Safety & Patient Monitoring
- Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining and documentation throughly in patient records and updating healthcare team on patients' status
- Complied with HIPAA standards/privacy/regulations in all patient care.
- Provide strong communication skills
- Constant advocate for the welfar, rights and needs of patients
- Checked patient vitals such as temperatur, blood pressure, to stay on top of symptoms and keep RN informed of changes.
- In charge of monitoring fluid outputs, recording results and collecting specimens for testing
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and coordinated and ensured a safe patient living environment
- Assisted a number of patients with their mobility and ambulatory care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Western Maryland Health System UPMC
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Practices clinical decision making in the patient care process consisting of conducting physical assessment of patient progress toward therapeutic goals, complete and accurate patient care documentation and communicating changing patient care status to preceptor
- Performs invasive procedures, such as ABG draws, intubation, extubation, under the direction of preceptor
- Completed 280 Clinical Hours
- Ventilator troubleshooting and management
- Providing methods of patient treatments such as medication administration, chest physiotherapy, oxygenation analysis.
- Assisted medical team in managing critical patients by implementing life support measures, such as intubation and mechanical ventilation.
- Improved patient outcomes by monitoring vital signs, blood gases, and other diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of therapy treatments.
- Provided respiratory therapy services in various clinical settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments, and rehabilitation facilities.
- Promoted teamwork through effective communication with colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced patient care delivery.
- Performed comprehensive chart reviews to gather relevant information for developing a tailored approach to each patient''s respiratory needs.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive respiratory assessments and treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new clinical settings during rotation assignments throughout the hospital system.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD05.2021
Associate of Science - General Studies
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD12.2018
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Creativity
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Customer Service
- Ability to Multitask
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Effective Time Management
- Patient transportation
- Intubation Assistance
- Anesthetic Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Positioning
- Extubation Assistance
- Airway Management
- Breathing Circuit Assembly
- Non-Invasive Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Patient Monitoring
- Pulse Oximetry Monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Supplies Management
- Aseptic Techniques
- Equipment Setup
- Emergency Response
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- System Calibration
- Supply utilization
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
UPMC Western Maryland
11.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Student
Western Maryland Health System UPMC
01.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Western Maryland Health System UPMC
09.2010 - 11.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Allegany College of Maryland
Associate of Science - General Studies
Allegany College of Maryland
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