Donald Turner
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Respiratory Therapist relocating with family and actively seeking full-time employment. Dedicated to enhancing respiratory health for individuals with lung disease and pulmonary distress. Experienced in treating diverse patient populations from premature infants to elderly individuals with various respiratory conditions. Provides expert technical and physical care along with emotional support and encouragement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
03.2020 - Current
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Respiratory Therapist
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
07.2013 - 04.2020
- Provide respiratory care to patients in both the Intensive Care units and the floors throughout a 720 bed Level 1 Trauma Center with emphasis in the Trauma and Neuro ICU.
- Care provided includes oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, BiPAP/CPAP, mechanical ventilation, act as part of the rapid response and code team.
- Perform arterial punctures to analyze blood gases using I-Stat.
- Perform trach care.
- Precepting and training of new employees.
- Perform as Team Leader.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothorax.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Customer Service Representative
Breathe E-Z Health Care
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Perform home visits to service home oxygen concentrators, CPAP, and Bi-level devices.
- Perform refilling of compressed gas cylinders using a cascade system and adhere to DOT and FDA standards.
- Educate patients on use and maintenance of home oxygen and CPAP equipment.
- Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, transport, and storage of home medical equipment including compressed gas cylinders.
- Maintain medical records using an internet based database program.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
- Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
- Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
- Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displays to promote sales.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Gathered information, assessed and fulfilled callers' needs and educated on important policies and procedures.
- Maintained confidential patient, employee and company information in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Senior Paramedic, B Area
Kellogg, Brown, and Root
09.2008 - 11.2009
- Responsible for training new Paramedics as they were hired.
- Managed the continuing education of paramedics at 10 clinics in western Iraq.
- Trained paramedics to perform alcohol and drug testing of employees.
- Maintained employee and subcontract employee medical records.
- Review and maintenance of subcontract employee physicals.
- Monitored and participated in QA/QI program for B Area.
- Provided medical care for KBR employees and subcontract employees in a remote location with minimal medical control.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Weatherford College
Weatherford, Texas05.2013
Certificate of Completion - undefined
Texas State Technical College
Breckenridge, Texas03.1996
Skills
- Evidence-based clinical reasoning
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Physical assessments
- Spirometer reading
- Patient and caregiver education
- Clinical leadership
- Patient needs assessment
- Treatment plan development
- Team collaboration
- Coaching and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Clinical judgment
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 - 15 staff members.
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
Henry Ford
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
03.2020 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
07.2013 - 04.2020
Customer Service Representative
Breathe E-Z Health Care
01.2010 - 05.2013
Senior Paramedic, B Area
Kellogg, Brown, and Root
09.2008 - 11.2009
Certificate of Completion - undefined
Texas State Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Weatherford College
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