Diana Schoonover

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center

, AZ

2014.10 - 2024.04

Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
Evaluated patient's need for additional resources such as home health services or durable medical equipment.
Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Performed services on-site, at outpatient clinics, and in patient homes.
Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Havasu Regional Medical Center

Lake Havasu City , AZ

2019.04 - 2021.09

Ordered medical supplies necessary for providing quality respiratory care services.
Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
Facilitated communication between caregivers and family members concerning the health status of the patient.
Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Dr. Arshad

Bullhead City , AZ

2018.06 - 2018.12

Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Performed pulmonary function testing. Administered medication, monitored vital signs, and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Reviewed current literature related to respiratory disorders and treatments in order to update clinical skillset.
Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
adjustments.
Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
Prepared reports summarizing the patient's progress towards established goals for review by the physician.
Performed diagnostic tests, such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing.

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Dr. Rathinavel

Bullhead City , AZ

2017.03 - 2018.06

Participated in research projects related to respiratory physiology or disease management strategies.
Identified opportunities for improvement within existing processes or workflow patterns within the department.
Demonstrated a high level of professionalism when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare providers.
Educated patients on the proper use of inhalers, nebulizers and other medical devices.
Ensured accuracy of test results by calibrating equipment daily and performing quality control checks as required.
Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing data from pulmonary function tests for interpretation by physicians.
Provided guidance on the selection of appropriate diagnostic tests based upon individual patient needs.
Maintained patient records, including test results and physician orders.
Evaluated test results for abnormalities that may indicate an underlying condition requiring further investigation.
Performed pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volume measurements and diffusion capacity on patients of all ages.

Respiratory Therapist

Stat Medical Supply

Kingman , AZ

2016.03 - 2017.06

Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Reviewed current literature related to respiratory disorders and treatments in order to update clinical skillset.
Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
Prepared reports summarizing the patient's progress towards established goals for review by the physician.
Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
Evaluated patient's need for additional resources such as home health services or durable medical equipment.
Performed services on-site, at outpatient clinics, and in patient homes.
Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Performed Cpap and Bipap set up and Mask fit.

Respiratory Therapist

Kingman Regional Medical Center

Kingman , AZ

2000.07 - 2014.09

Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

High School Diploma -

Skills

Languages

Certification

References

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