Connie Frederick
Turtle Creek,PA
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient assessment, mechanical ventilation management, and emergency respiratory care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Select Medical
McKeesport
05.2022 - Current
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment, including oxygen therapy and ventilators.
- Monitored patient progress to evaluate treatment effectiveness and implemented necessary adjustments.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessments, patient needs, and physician orders.
- Provided emergency care as needed, including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Prepared reports summarizing the patient's progress towards established goals for review by the physician.
Respiratory Therapist
Forbes Regional Hospital
Monroeville, PA
01.2017 - Current
- Ventilator weaning and management
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Respiratory Therapist
Cornerview Nursing Home
Pittsburgh , PA
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Institute of Pgh
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2012 - 05.2018
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to evaluate treatment outcomes and make recommendations for additional care if needed.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Reviewed current literature related to respiratory disorders and treatments in order to update clinical skillset.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Respiratory Therapist
LifeCare (previously HealthSouth)
Monroeville, PA
05.2009 - 12.2016
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Conducted EKGs
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Sanford Brown
Monroeville, PA11-2008
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Emergency care
- Patient education
- Charting accuracy
- Communication skills
- Training and mentoring
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Intubation
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Tracheostomy care
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Select Medical
05.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Cornerview Nursing Home
06.2018 - 07.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Forbes Regional Hospital
01.2017 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Institute of Pgh
06.2012 - 05.2018
Respiratory Therapist
LifeCare (previously HealthSouth)
05.2009 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Sanford Brown
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