Cathy Robinson
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center, enhancing patient outcomes through expert airway management and compassionate care. Skilled in blood gas analysis and patient education, I effectively collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement quality improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal respiratory health and safety compliance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2011 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing responses to therapies for optimal care adjustments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for respiratory health.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory techniques, equipment usage, and home care strategies.
Respiratory Therapist
K Promise LTAC
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2013 - 08.2022
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing respiratory care services and patient outcomes.
- Trained junior staff on advanced respiratory therapy techniques and patient management strategies.
- Conducted diagnostic tests including pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
Respiratory Therapist
Earl K. Long Medical Center
Baton Rouge, LA
09.1993 - 04.2013
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Blood gas analysis
- Device calibration
- Airway pressure management
- Treatment administration
- Physical assessments
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient education
- Airway pressure management
- Care documentation
- Compassionate care
- Caring bedside manner
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
K Promise LTAC
02.2013 - 08.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
02.2011 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Earl K. Long Medical Center
09.1993 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Phoenix