Clay Sweet
Pickens,SC
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Care Practitioner with 34 years of Respiratory Care experience at Prism Health, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven ability in arterial blood gas analysis and aerosol therapy, fostering patient adherence to treatment plans. Recognized for enhancing team collaboration and contributing to departmental accreditation goals through effective communication and leadership.
28 years of NICU practice at Bons Secours Hospital system. (PRN) from 1997 to Present.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner NICU & ADULT
Bons Secours Hospital
08.1997 - Current
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Member of RAPID RESPONSE & CODE TEAM
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of respiratory care.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Prism Health
06.1991 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Served as a Preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Instructor
- 28 years of NICU experience at a Level 2 1/2 facility
- Placement of arterial lines and ultrasound guided IV's
- Assisted in developing a Bronchial Lab
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of respiratory care.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Worked closely with infection control teams to minimize cross-contamination risks during aerosol-generating procedures.
- Actively contributed toward achieving accreditation goals for the facility''s Respiratory Care Department by adhering to strict standards and protocols.
- Audited patient charts to ensure proper documentation of procedures for billing purposes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Boise State University
Boise, ID05.2017
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC06-1989
Skills
- Aerosol therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Bronchial hygiene
- Direct patient care
- Assisted in bedside bronchoscopy
- NICU experience
- Mechanical ventilation
- Managerial skills
- Surfactant administration
- Non-Invasive ventilation
- Bubble CPAP
- Heated high flow administration
- Appropriate par levels for supplies overseer
Accomplishments
Clinical Manager of CardioPulmonary Services 2005-2014
Manager of Cardiac Services 2014-2019
Respiratory Therapy Manager 2002-2005
Vein Center Manager 2015. Ablations
Certification
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support
NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program
BLS Basic Life Support (CPR)
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner South Carolina 1993-present License #1631
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner North Carolina 2025 License # A-15210
Timeline
Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner NICU & ADULT
Bons Secours Hospital
08.1997 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Prism Health
06.1991 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Boise State University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Greenville Technical College
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