Deborah Giaimo
ANTLERS,OK
Summary
Registered respiratory therapist professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Alliance Health Durant
Durant, OK
01.2017 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized respiratory care plans.
- Enhanced team efficiency by providing thorough training and mentorship to junior respiratory therapists.
- Ensured optimal patient care through diligent monitoring of respiratory equipment and vital signs.
- Streamlined patient assessment processes, resulting in quicker treatment decisions and reduced wait times.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the respiratory therapy department, minimizing cross-contamination risks.
- Optimized ventilator management protocols, leading to improved patient comfort levels during mechanical ventilation periods.
- Collaborated with physicians to accurately diagnose and treat various pulmonary disorders, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the respiratory therapy team, ensuring quality care delivery for all patients.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities for the respiratory therapy team, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Francis Hospital
Tulsa, OK
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized respiratory therapy plans for pediatric patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive and effective treatment for all pediatric patients.
- Provided timely and accurate documentation of all pediatric respiratory therapy sessions, ensuring proper billing and compliance with hospital policies.
- Administered medications via inhalation or oral routes as prescribed by physicians, monitoring patient response closely to adjust therapy as necessary.
- Managed ventilator settings during transport of critically ill children between hospitals or departments, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Established strong rapport with both patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during often difficult medical situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kaplan College - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12.2013
Skills
- Performance of 12-lead EKGs
- Interpretation of ABGs
- Patient Assessment
- Hyperinflation Therapy
- SVN & Humidity Therapy
- CPT & Breathing Exercises
- Oxygen Therapy
- Ventilator Management
- Proficient in all areas of general floor care, with exposure to ICU, MICU, ED, Pediatric Management, VAP preventative Measures and Infection Control
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Equipment Maintenance
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist –CRT, #011186, 12/2014
- American Heart Association - BLS, 04/2012 – 04/2014
- American Heart Association - ACLS, 02/2013 – 02/2015
- American Association of Respiratory Care Membership, #9611802, 03/2012 – 10/2013
- Association of Surgical Technologist - AST Licensure, #150130, 10/2009 – 06/2014
Education Experience
- 11/2011 – 12/2013, Kaplan College, Phoenix, AZ, AOS in Respiratory Care, Arrowhead Hospital, Phoenix, AZ - General Floors, SVNs, Banner Good Samaritan Hospital - ICU / Mechanical Ventilation, Maricopa County Hospital - NICU / PICU
- 10/2009 – 11/2010, Sanford-Brown College, Dallas, TX, Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Francis Hospital
10.2017 - 10.2018
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Alliance Health Durant
01.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kaplan College - Phoenix