Charlea Kious
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Care Practitioner with extensive experience at Landmark Hospital, excelling in ventilator management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and committed to maintaining high safety standards in respiratory therapy.
Positive, compassionate, and dedicated to patient care. Knowledge of respiratory therapy principles and techniques, combined with proficiency in patient assessment and ventilator management. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and promoting respiratory health.
Experienced with patient assessment and respiratory therapy. Utilizes advanced respiratory care techniques to improve patient outcomes. Track record of successful collaboration with healthcare teams and adapting to diverse patient needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Landmark Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted with patient assessments and monitored respiratory therapy equipment operations.
- Supported the implementation of treatment plans under supervision of senior practitioners.
- Operate ventilators and other respiratory care devices effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety protocols.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Landmark Hospital
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Documented patient progress and reported findings to supervising clinicians accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of respiratory equipment in compliance with safety standards.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic clinical environments while managing multiple patient needs efficiently.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
St. Bernards Medical Center
07.2024 - 04.2025
- 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.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Arkansas Continued Care
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Led respiratory therapy team in delivering high-quality patient care and treatment plans.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices and advanced therapeutic techniques.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities for the respiratory therapy team, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Collaborated with physicians to accurately diagnose and treat various pulmonary disorders, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Education
Respiratory Care
Missouri State University
West Plains, MO05.2016
Skills
- Aerosol therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Bronchial hygiene
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate care
- Patient education
- Airway management
- Patient assessments
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Ethical practice
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Respiratory monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Ventilator management
- Oxygen therapy
- Respiratory equipment setup
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- NRP
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Landmark Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Landmark Hospital
06.2025 - 09.2025
Respiratory Care Practitioner
St. Bernards Medical Center
07.2024 - 04.2025
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Arkansas Continued Care
02.2023 - 03.2024
Respiratory Care
Missouri State University