Christian Murray, M.S. RRT
Juneau,AK
Summary
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (2018).Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology (2020). Associates of Science in Respiratory Care (2023). Seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist with 1 year of experience in adult critical care, neonatal special care nursery, emergency department, and acute 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
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bartlett Regional Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as arterial lines, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Contributed to diagnosis of pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Exercise Physiologist Cardiac Rehabilitation
Monument Health
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Created fitness and exercise programs to help patients recover from chronic diseases and improve overall physical health.
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Monitored patient blood pressure, ECG and distress levels during exercise.
- Recorded, analyzed and prepared patient progress notes to be interpreted by physician.
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Exercise Physiology Intern
Sanford Health
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Vital sign measurements during rest and exercise
- 2 lead EKG administration and interpretation
- Exercise prescription of clinical patients
- Monitor continuous telemetry for acute EKG changes
- Input and review patient exercise data
- Assist with stress testing procedures
Exercise Clinic Supervisor/Intern
University Of Mary
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supervision of University of Mary Exercise Clinic and undergraduate students
- Created personalized exercise programs for clinic participants
- Took vital sign measurements during rest and exercise
- Administer undergraduate clinic skill reviews
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
South Dakota State University
Rapid City05.2023
Master of Science - Clinical Exercise Physiology GPA:3.94
University Of Mary
Bismarck, ND08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SDSkills
- Airway Management
- Medication Administration
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Non-Invasive Ventilation
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Respiratory Medication Administration
- Ventilator Management
- Exercise Prescription and Exercise Program Oversight
- Emergency Medical Care
- 12 lead ECG Administration and Interpretation
- Maximal Exercise Test Administration
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- BERT- Behavioral Emergency Response Team
- S.T.A.B.L.E
- ACSM-EPC
References
- Lisa Zolnowsky, Cardiac Rehabilitation System Supervisor Monument Health (605)-484-7491 lzolnowsky@monument.health
- Kindal Malehorn, Cardiac Rehabilitation Team Lead Monument Health (605)-770-7524 kmalehorn@monument.health
- Naomi Jacobson, Exercise Science Instructor/Cardiac Rehabilitation (605)-642-6237 Naomi.Jacobson@BHSU.edu
- Nelea Fenumiai, JEMA, (907)-957-0313
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bartlett Regional Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Exercise Physiologist Cardiac Rehabilitation
Monument Health
08.2020 - 08.2023
Exercise Physiology Intern
Sanford Health
01.2020 - 08.2020
Exercise Clinic Supervisor/Intern
University Of Mary
09.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
South Dakota State University
Master of Science - Clinical Exercise Physiology GPA:3.94
University Of Mary
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Montana State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Black Hills State University
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