Chemelle Bell
7275 Wright Drive ,GA
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 4years of experience in Adults and Pediatric healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Moses Cone Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatments by developing strong rapport and addressing concerns promptly.
- Educated patients and families on various respiratory disorders, empowering them with knowledge for better selfmanagement.
- Performed regular diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, contributing valuable data to inform clinical decisionmaking.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams regarding respiratory therapy plan adjustments or modifications needed based on changing circumstances or condition improvements.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Staff PRN Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- 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.
Staff PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Pediatrics Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families on various respiratory disorders, empowering them with knowledge for better self-management.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatments by developing strong rapport and addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Piedmont Fayetteville Hospital
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
Staff PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northeast Georgia healthcare
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.7
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Northside Hospital Atlanta
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann Hospital
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatments by developing strong rapport and addressing concerns promptly.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Grady Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Explained respiratory diagnosis information, treatments and prescription instructions to patients.
- Cared for patients by providing respiratory treatments.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Dalton State College
Dalton, GAAssociate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK12.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OK01.2017
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton, Ok05.2005
Skills
- Infection Control
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Equipment Setup
- Team Collaboration
- Treatment Administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- First Aid and CPR
- Patient Care
- Problem-Solving
- Safety Protocols and Procedures
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Clinical Leadership
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Pediatric Care
- Airway Management
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Respiratory Monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Physical assessments
- Treatment Plan Development
- Diagnostic Tools
- Patient Education
- Spirometer reading
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Patient Instruction
- Intubation
- End of life care
- Medication Administration
- Emergency medical care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support
- Emergency Care
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- CPR/AED
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- ACLS Training - EXP 2025
- BLS Training - EXP 2025
- Pals Training - EXP 2025
Additional Information
- Covid 19 vaccination 2020-2021
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Moses Cone Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Staff PRN Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Pediatrics Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Piedmont Fayetteville Hospital
05.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Northside Hospital Atlanta
09.2021 - 04.2022
Staff PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann Hospital
11.2020 - 05.2021
Staff PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northeast Georgia healthcare
04.2020 - 11.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Grady Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Dalton State College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Oklahoma City Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Rose State College
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- ACLS Training - EXP 2025
- BLS Training - EXP 2025
- Pals Training - EXP 2025
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