Destiny Martin
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist with over a 10 year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional certified in Respiratory Therapy, paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Merakey
06.2023 - Current
- Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with nebulizers, metered dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illness by conducting assessments and evaluations.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly,
- Provided chest percussion with chest vests and manual CPT on patients with various underlying Respiratory issues.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Penn Allegheny Nursing And Rehab Center
04.2022 - 01.2023
- I assessed treated and cared for patients with various respiratory problems.
- I assumed primary responsibility for all respiratory modalities.
- I initiated and conducted therapeutic procedures, maintained patient records and set up and operated all respiratory equipment.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed life support mechanical ventilation systems
- Administered aerosol- based medications
- Analyzed arterial blood gas samples and made appropriate changes
- Managed artificial airways
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Presque Isle Rehab And Nursing Center
08.2008 - 10.2010
- Managed life support ventilation systems
- Assessed vital signs
- Monitored equipment related to cardiopulmonary therapy
- Consulted physicians and members of the medical team to recommend treatment changes
- Conducted rehabilitation activities
Certified Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
06.2005 - 06.2007
- I worked in the neurological ICU and dealt with many respiratory patients with a variety of different respiratory problems
- Delivered treatments for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory problems
- Educated patient and family on patients illness and available remedies.
- monitored patients response to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred
03.2005 - 06.2006
- I assessed treated and cared for many types of respiratory patients
- I initiated and conducted therapeutic procedures
- evaluated patients response to various respiratory treatments
- conducted rehabilitation activities
- managed artificial airways
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Gannon University
Erie, PA05.2000
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Airway Management
- Critical Care Experience
- CPR/ BLS and ACLS experienced
- Clinical Training
- Licensed in PA
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Merakey
06.2023 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Penn Allegheny Nursing And Rehab Center
04.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
09.2021 - 04.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Presque Isle Rehab And Nursing Center
08.2008 - 10.2010
Certified Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
06.2005 - 06.2007
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Kindred
03.2005 - 06.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Gannon University
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