Diane Simmons-Duff
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise at Rose Medical Center, adept in airway management and patient education. Successfully collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for strong clinical judgment and a compassionate bedside manner, fostering trust and advocacy for patients and families.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Rose Medical Center, Denver
Denver
06.1982 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments and meticulously evaluated patient responses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to design and implement customized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatment options to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Managed operation of advanced medical equipment to ensure optimal patient care.
- Facilitated emergency room operations, providing assistance in intubation and ventilation procedures.
- Operated and maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Facilitated collaboration between doctors and nursing staff in ICU settings.
- Oversaw management of ventilators and nebulizers to enhance patient care quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist B F
Pickens Technical College
Aurora, Colorado, CO06.1982
Skills
Airway management
Tracheostomy care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory equipment setup
Patient education
Respiratory care protocols
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Medication administration
Bronchial hygiene techniques
Professional bedside manner
Continuous positive airway pressure
Patient care documentation
Caring bedside manner
Equipment setup
Physical assessments
Medical record documentation
Treatment administration
End-of-life care
Emergency medical care
Patient instruction
Patient and family advocacy
Patient care
Coaching and mentorin
Team collaboration
Intubation
Equipment cleaning
Strong clinical judgment
Pediatric respiratory care
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Smoking cessation counseling
Care planning
Patient advocacy
Sleep disorder treatment
Medical terminology
Clinical leadership
Neonatal intensive care
Diagnostic tools
Patient needs assessment
Practice improvement
Regulatory compliance
Relationship building
Treatment plan development
Dosage calculation
Heavy lifting
Safety protocols and procedures
Verbal and written communication
Oxygen therapy
Pulse oximetry
Mechanical ventilation management
Drug administration trained
Blood gas analysis
Infection control techniques
Reporting and documentation
Multitasking Abilities
Attention to detail
Time management
Emergency care
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Certified in CPR/AED
Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
Certified respiratory therapist (CRT)
Vital signs monitoring
Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
NRP
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Rose Medical Center, Denver
06.1982 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist B F
Pickens Technical College