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DEMI NICHOLSON

Calera

Summary

Healthcare professional with strong background in respiratory therapy, prepared for impactful roles in patient care. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in high-pressure environments. Brings expertise in pediatric respiratory therapy while upholding highest standards of patient care. Demonstrated success in providing critical care and managing respiratory equipment effectively. Adept at patient assessment and ventilation management.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Children's of Alabama
01.2007 - Current
  • Communicated patient progress to physicians for informed treatment decisions.
  • Educated patients and families about respiratory conditions and therapies.
  • Provided guidance on proper inhaler techniques to promote effective medication use.
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
  • Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
  • Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
  • Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
  • Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Orlando-Princeton Baptist Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • ER, ICU, Acute Care coverage
  • Extubation/Assist with intubation
  • Bronchial hygiene therapy
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Mechanical and Manual ventilation
  • Demonstrate understanding of respiratory drugs

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baptist Medical Center East
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • ER, ICU, Acute Care coverage
  • Extubation/Assist with intubation
  • Bronchial hygiene therapy
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Mechanical and Manual ventilation
  • Demonstrate understanding of respiratory drugs

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Arlington Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Mechanical and manual ventilation
  • Trach care and education
  • Bronchial hygiene therapy
  • Oxygen therapy

Education

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Respiratory Therapy

The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
08.2007

Skills

  • Cerner
  • IConnect
  • Trilogy
  • EPIC
  • 840
  • 980
  • LTV mechanical ventilation
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Arvo HFNC
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Bipap
  • Airway management
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • ABG
  • Art-line sampling
  • CBG
  • EPOC
  • Radiometric ABL
  • Bronchial hygiene
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Respiratory medication administration
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Patient education
  • Electronic medical records
  • Patient care documentation
  • Care plan management
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Pediatric respiratory care
  • Patient and caregiver education
  • Ventilator management
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Team collaboration
  • Caring bedside manner
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Emergency medical care
  • Treatment administration
  • Equipment setup
  • Treatment plan development
  • Patient advocacy
  • Physical assessments
  • Infection control
  • Patient needs assessment
  • Patient care
  • Spirometer reading
  • Dosage calculation
  • Medical terminology
  • Practice improvement
  • First aid and CPR
  • Drug administration trained
  • Patient support
  • Blood gas analysis
  • Infection control techniques
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Pulse oximetry
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
  • Emergency care
  • CPR/AED
  • Respiratory treatment planning
  • Initial trauma life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Care management
  • Certified respiratory therapist (CRT)
  • Pediatric basic trauma life support

Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapy, #2652

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Orlando-Princeton Baptist Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baptist Medical Center East
09.2021 - 05.2022

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Arlington Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
10.2014 - 10.2015

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Children's of Alabama
01.2007 - Current

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Respiratory Therapy

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

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