Dashawn Johnson
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Therapist with a year of experience in educating patients and families on pulmonary diseases and illnesses in hospital and critical care settings. Dedicated to providing quality care and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Skilled at remaining calm in urgent situations, responding to medical emergencies. Highly proficient in multitasking and prioritizing interventions for patients with cardiovascular, medical/surgical, multi-trauma, chronic pulmonary, and acute respiratory conditions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
ECU HEALTH NORTH HOSPITAL
12.2023 - Current
- Initiates respiratory care, evaluating and monitoring patients' responses to such care, modifying the prescribed respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary procedures and life support endeavors to achieve desired therapeutic objectives
- Participates in life-support activities as required, responds to Trauma, High Risk Deliveries, respiratory distresses and Code Blue emergencies throughout the hospital
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Provides therapeutic interventions with oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, airway care, lung expansion, bronchial hygiene, invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
- Provides/assesses information from respiratory parameter studies, peak flow measurements, pulse oximetry monitoring, ABG/VBG/CBG results, capnography, pulmonary mechanics/graphics monitors, hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac output monitoring.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Actively contributed toward achieving accreditation goals for the facility''s Respiratory Care Department by adhering to strict standards and protocols.
Cashier/Sales Associate
New Dixie Mart
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Ringing up customer sales using an electronic cash register, ensuring accurate transactions
- Manage cash refunds and exchanges seamlessly
- Play a crucial role in the shift change process by expertly counting money at the beginning and end of each shift
- Utilize special equipment to process a variety of specialty products, including money orders, credit card purchases, checks, and lottery sales and redemptions
- Enforce age restrictions responsibly by checking identifications for restricted sales
- Keep the shelves stocked and ready for our nocturnal customers.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Central Transporter
ECU HEALTH NORTH HOSPITAL
08.2016 - 12.2023
- Carefully lifting patients from their beds and placing them into wheelchairs, stretchers, and/or moveable beds
- Moving patients to different areas of the hospital, such as operating rooms, treatment areas, and special service departments.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality of all sensitive patient information encountered while performing job duties.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by providing compassionate care and support to patients during transportation processes.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols during transportation and utilizing proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced patient wait times through coordinating effectively with nursing staff to ensure timely transportations.
- Facilitated smooth communication among hospital staff members by serving as a liaison between different departments during patient transport operations.
- Assisted in training new Central Transporter hires, sharing insights gained from extensive experience in the role and helping them adapt quickly to their new responsibilities within the department.
Cashier/Cook
Dairy Queen
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Greeting customers, preparing food and beverages, operating equipment, maintaining cleanliness, managing inventory levels, maintaining food safety, and adhering to safety protocols.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Warehouse Production Associate
Satellite Glass
05.2011 - 01.2012
- Optimized storage space by reorganizing product placement based on demand patterns and seasonal fluctuations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Reduced order processing time with accurate picking, packing, and shipping of products.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Assisted in the implementation of new software systems for improved inventory tracking and order processing.
Education
Applied Science: Respiratory Therapy -
Edgecombe Community College
Rocky Mount, NC05.2023
Pharmacy Technician -
Nash Community College
Nashville, NC12.2019
EMT -
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC04.2017
College Prep -
Weldon STEM High School
Weldon, NC05.2011
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Computer literacy
- Leadership
- Documentation review
- Healthcare
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Aerosol Therapy
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Direct Patient Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Respiratory Monitoring
- Pediatric Care
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Critical Thinking
- Money Handling
- Reliability and punctuality
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
ECU HEALTH NORTH HOSPITAL
12.2023 - Current
Cashier/Sales Associate
New Dixie Mart
11.2023 - 01.2024
Central Transporter
ECU HEALTH NORTH HOSPITAL
08.2016 - 12.2023
Cashier/Cook
Dairy Queen
08.2013 - 05.2016
Warehouse Production Associate
Satellite Glass
05.2011 - 01.2012
Applied Science: Respiratory Therapy -
Edgecombe Community College
Pharmacy Technician -
Nash Community College
EMT -
Halifax Community College
College Prep -
Weldon STEM High School
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