DEBRA HILLIARD
ELKHART,TX
Summary
Executed high-pressure intubations and managed respiratory distress situations with precision.
Assisted in managing ventilator, BiPAP, and CPAP equipment for patient care. Supported healthcare teams in monitoring respiratory therapy devices. Aided in ensuring proper functionality of respiratory support systems.
Analyzed blood gas samples to assist medical teams in diagnosing patient conditions. Supported healthcare professionals by providing accurate interpretations of arterial blood gas results. Contributed to patient care by ensuring timely delivery of blood gas analysis findings.
Conducted patient assessments and formulated comprehensive treatment plans.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Night shift staff Respiratory Therapist
NACOGDOCHES MEDICAL CENTER
Nacogdoches, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Proficient in patient assessment, ventilator/Bipap/Cpap management, ABG analysis and interpretation, Bronchodilator therapy, O2 therapy, weaning protocols, tracheotomy care and maintenance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments and monitored patient progress for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
PRN staff
UT Carthage
Carthage, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Servicing small rural hospital with all respiratory therapy needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments and monitored patient progress for optimal recovery outcomes.
- 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.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Night shift staff
CONTINUE CARE HOSPITAL
Carthage, TX
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Servicing small rural hospital with all respiratory therapy needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments and monitored patient progress for optimal recovery outcomes.
- 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.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
PRN staffing
UT JACKSONVILLE
Jacksonville, TX
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Rural hospital with needs in all areas of respiratory therapy.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Emergency response staffing
KRUCIAL STAFFING
Jacksonville, TX
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Staffing to hospitals in need of Respiratory staffing support during Covid pandemic. Working predominantly Covid ventilator/Bipap management and Therapy
Night shift charge therapist
PALESTINE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Palestine, TX
01.1996 - 11.2020
- Working predominantly critical care areas.( ICU,ER and Nursery) , Designation of assignments, patient assessments, making decisions under high pressure situations for best respiratory outcomes
- Mentored junior staff in advanced respiratory techniques and patient assessment strategies.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage.
Staffing hospitals
PREFERRED STAFFING
Palestine, TX
03.1999 - 12.2011
- Staffing hospitals and LTACH facilities with Respiratory services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX08.1995
Pre nursing no degree - Nursing
Stephen F. Austin
Nacogdoches, TX05.1992
Skills
Register Respiratory Therapist with 30 years experience serving predominantly in ICU and ER Highly skilled in patient assessment, airway management, blood gas analyses and interpretation, Bronchodilator therapy administration, Ventilator /Bipap/Cpap management Able to bring forth professionalism during high pressure scenarios and work well with peersSuccessful at implementing best practices and therapies to advance respiratory outcomes
Certification
RRT, BLS, ACLS, NRP
Timeline
Night shift staff Respiratory Therapist
NACOGDOCHES MEDICAL CENTER
08.2025 - Current
Night shift staff
CONTINUE CARE HOSPITAL
06.2024 - 08.2025
PRN staff
UT Carthage
10.2023 - Current
Emergency response staffing
KRUCIAL STAFFING
10.2020 - 01.2021
PRN staffing
UT JACKSONVILLE
08.2018 - 04.2022
Staffing hospitals
PREFERRED STAFFING
03.1999 - 12.2011
Night shift charge therapist
PALESTINE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.1996 - 11.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tyler Junior College
Pre nursing no degree - Nursing
Stephen F. Austin