Cynthia Moore
Tignall,GA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective treatment plans and strong clinical judgment. Committed to collaboration and delivering compassionate care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
Augusta
09.2016 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and respiratory status to assess treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for home care management.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- 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.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC05-1997
Skills
Arterial blood gas analysis
Airway management
Non-invasive ventilation
Tracheostomy care
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Endotracheal intubation
Ethics and professionalism
Respiratory medication administration
Patient education
Patient care documentation
Care plan management
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Medication administration
Home care support
Outpatient care
Clinical decision making
Patient and caregiver education
Oxygen therapy
Strong clinical judgment
Team collaboration
Caring bedside manner
Treatment plan development
Patient care
Certification
ACLS, BLS certified
GA state License, SC state license, MD state license, DC state license
Reference upon request
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
09.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of The District of Columbia