Crystal M. Shoemaker
Portage,MI
Summary
Licensed Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience in delivering high-quality respiratory care. Seeking full-time night shift position to leverage skills and support healthcare objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Bronson Hospital
Kalamazoo, Michigan
12.2023 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Operated mechanical ventilators per treatment parameters, supporting patient stability in critical care.
- Maintained intubated airways for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal respiratory function.
- Monitored patient vital signs, adjusting care plans to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care strategies.
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Borgess Medical Center
Kalamazoo, Michigan
04.2017 - 12.2023
- Coordinated intra-hospital transports and managed emergent situations to ensure timely patient care.
- Administered various therapies in alignment with patient care plans to support recovery and improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered excellent customer service and communicated effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
- Trained new staff on protocols and best practices in respiratory care services.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Airway Oxygen, Inc.
Springfield, MI
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Set up CPAP/BIPAP systems in office and patient homes to enhance respiratory support.
- Set up CPAP/BIPAP systems in office and patient homes to enhance respiratory support.
- Conducted monthly ventilator checks to ensure optimal patient ventilation.
- Home oxygen evaluations
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI 09.1996 - 05.1998
Gull Lake High School
Richland , MISkills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Airway management
- Treatment administration
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient assessment
- Mechanical ventilator management
- Respiratory therapy techniques
Certification
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (RRT-NPS)
Timeline
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Bronson Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Borgess Medical Center
04.2017 - 12.2023
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
Airway Oxygen, Inc.
11.2016 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
09.1996 - 05.1998
Gull Lake High School