Dave Arndt
Roseburg
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Care Provider with experience in patient assessment and critical care interventions. Experienced in mechanical ventilation, airway management, and emergency response, ensuring high standards in the healthcare environment. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bay Area Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies, including mechanical ventilation and aerosol treatments, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and respiratory parameters, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and home care techniques, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Cottage Grove Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
- Administering respiratory treatments in a timely and effective manner
- Invasive and Non-Invasive Ventilation setup and clean-up
- ABG collection and interpretation
- Charting to ensure good record keeping and good communication amongst therapist
- Utilizing all necessary medical equipment to ensure the patient is well managed
- Being a team oriented therapist to ensure all patients receive adequate treatment
Respiratory Account Executive
Rick’s Medical Supply
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Building rapport with providers in designated territory
- Providing in-services for specific at home respiratory devices
- Coordinating care with hospitals and clinics
- Setting up equipment contracts with hospitals and clinics
- Patient follow up post initial setup
- Instructing patients on the proper use of respiratory equipment
Respiratory Care Manager
Lower Umpqua Hospital District
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Streamlined scheduling and budgeting processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted research and developed proposals for equipment and service improvements.
- Designed competencies to bolster team skills and improve patient care quality.
- Trained respiratory therapists on effective machinery usage to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with vendors to optimize outpatient care and follow-up services.
- Coordinated staff coverage during high patient volumes or staff absences.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Favorites Healthcare Staffing
11.2017 - 06.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bay Area Hospital
12.2013 - 11.2017
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Grossmont College
El Cajon, California06.2013
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Pulmonary function testing
- Patient and caregiver education
- Ventilator management
- Team collaboration
- Clinical leadership
- Endotracheal intubation
Certification
- Oregon RT license
- RRT, ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bay Area Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Respiratory Account Executive
Rick’s Medical Supply
09.2022 - 04.2024
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Cottage Grove Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Respiratory Care Manager
Lower Umpqua Hospital District
07.2018 - 08.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Favorites Healthcare Staffing
11.2017 - 06.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bay Area Hospital
12.2013 - 11.2017
Associates of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Grossmont College