Christine Moraski
Wernersville,PA
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 4.5 years of experience in critical care 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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual's needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Respiratory Therapist
Lehigh Valley Health Network
06.2020 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Podiatry Assistant
Berks Foot And Ankle Surgical Associates
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Greeted customers into podiatry practice and supplied instruction and direction on phone and in person.
- Scheduled and coordinated patient appointments to facilitate podiatry practice schedule and improve patient experience.
- Assisted with insurance forms, pre-authorizations and referrals to determine patient coverage eligibility for proposed treatment or service.
- Set up sterile field and scrubbed patient toes and forefoot to expedite healing of foot infections.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, suture removal and dressing changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Berks Technical Institute
Reading, PA06.2013
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Diagnostic Tools
- Tracheostomy Care
- MS Office Proficiency
- Emergency Medical Care
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Care Documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Airway Management
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Arterial Punctures
- Medication Administration
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Lehigh Valley Health Network
06.2020 - Current
Podiatry Assistant
Berks Foot And Ankle Surgical Associates
01.2018 - 07.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Reading Area Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Berks Technical Institute
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Midwestern State University
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