Deidre Kimble
Houma,LA
Summary
Seasoned respiratory therapist with several years of experience in healthcare locations and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. I have obtained both the RRT-NPS and RRT-ACCS credentials. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-Basic
St Charles EMS
Luling, LA
11.2024 - Current
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
Respiratory Therapist
Ochsner St Charles
Luling, LA
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Triage
Houma, LA
09.2021 - Current
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments, making adjustments as needed.
- Assisted with intubations, ventilator management, bronchoscopies, chest physiotherapy, oxygen administration, aerosol treatments, airway clearance techniques, tracheostomies and other related procedures.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and spirometry testing.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities using electronic health record systems.
- Travelled to various healthcare facilities to provide respiratory therapy services when needed.
Respiratory Therapist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
Metairie, LA
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
Respiratory Therapist
Lincare
Houma, LA
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to evaluate treatment outcomes and make recommendations for additional care if needed.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Respiratory Therapist
Terrebone General Medical Center
Houma, LA
06.2015 - 03.2019
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Respiratory Therapist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
Metairie, LA
10.2014 - 06.2017
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Respiratory Therapist
Chateau Terrebonne
Houma, LA
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - CardioPulmonary Care Science
Fletcher Community College
Houma, LA07-2014
Bachelor of Science - English/Criminal Justice
University of Louisiana
Lafayette, LA12-1999
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Masters of Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- EMR management
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Ventilator management
- Blood gas analysis
- Emergency medical care
- Professional bedside manner
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Oxygen therapy
- Patient education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EMT-Basic
St Charles EMS
11.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Ochsner St Charles
11.2022 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Triage
09.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
03.2020 - 12.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Lincare
04.2019 - 03.2020
Respiratory Therapist
Terrebone General Medical Center
06.2015 - 03.2019
Respiratory Therapist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
10.2014 - 06.2017
Respiratory Therapist
Chateau Terrebonne
09.2014 - 06.2017
Associate of Applied Science - CardioPulmonary Care Science
Fletcher Community College
Bachelor of Science - English/Criminal Justice
University of Louisiana
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Some College (No Degree) - Masters of Education
University of Phoenix
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