Chelsea Herbert
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
Cazadero,CA
7
years of professional experience
Respiratory therapist passionate about patient education, health promotion, and improving patient outcomes. I strive to empower individuals through tailored education and evidence-based care. My clinical experience has inspired me to pursue public health, where I can expand my skills in prevention, health education, and improving community health outcomes.
Work History
Lead Pulmonary Technician
2 Years 7 Months- Perform pulmonary function tests (PFTs) on patients to measure lung volume, capacity, rates of flow, and gas exchange.
- Monitor and provide care for patients during tests, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment to ensure optimal performance and patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care outcomes and service delivery.
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year- Administered therapeutic treatments and respiratory care for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for respiratory patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management techniques and equipment usage.
Respiratory Therapist
10 Months- Operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 8 Months- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
- Evaluated patient response to therapies and adjusted treatment plans for optimal results.
- Maintained compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and industry standards in respiratory care delivery.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Skills
Documentation
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Multitasking
Customer service
Communication skills
Workload management
Timeline
Lead Pulmonary Technician
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Therapist
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare
12.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Asante Medical Group
04.2019 - 12.2021Read More
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science from Public Health
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Butte College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Care
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