Deanna Young

• Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.

• Ensured optimal patient outcomes in high-stress situations, such as acute respiratory distress or cardiopulmonary arrest, by providing quick and effective interventions.
• Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control policies and maintaining a clean workspace.
• Supported successful surgical procedures for patients requiring intubation or tracheostomy placement by providing expert assistance to the surgical team.
• Promoted health literacy among patients and their families with clear communication regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive measures.
• Enhanced patient experience during aerosol treatments by demonstrating proper technique while ensuring they are comfortable throughout the process.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing education on the proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
• Facilitated timely weaning from mechanical ventilation by closely monitoring vital signs, blood gas results, and overall readiness for extubation.
• Assisted physicians in diagnosing complex respiratory conditions through thorough assessment and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge in the field of respiratory therapy through continuous professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, or certifications renewals.
• Optimized ventilator management by assessing patient needs and making necessary adjustments based on clinical findings.
• Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in staff meetings, sharing valuable insights, and promoting open communication among colleagues.
• Improved patient outcomes by administering prescribed respiratory therapy treatments and monitoring patient responses.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with respiratory disorders.
• Ensured accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and medical histories for improved continuity of care.
• Expedited emergency response times, participating in Code Blue situations as an essential member of the rapid response team.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
• Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.

Ventilator set up and management, obtaining and analyzing arterial blood gases, medication administration vis nebulizer and MDI firm, code blue team, patient and family education on disease and home medication administration, assisted with bronchoscopies, CPT and secretion removal and much more. I have NICU. ICU, PEDS and ER experience.