DOUGLAS M. CRABTREE, JR.
Springfield,OH
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic testing, and therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Nightshift TL
UC Health, Daniel Drake Center
03.2016 - Current
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure, resulting in stabilized conditions and improved outcomes.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Assisted in employee scheduling, balancing workload distribution among team members during peak hours.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Conducted regular audits of respiratory therapy documentation, promoting compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Respiratory Therapist /Charge Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
06.2012 - 02.2024
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency airway management, facilitating rapid response in critical situations.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and encouraging professional growth opportunities.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Provided emergency response support during critical situations, such as code blue events or rapid response activations.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards through regular audits and documentation reviews.
- Demonstrated expertise in various respiratory therapies, including aerosol treatments, airway clearance techniques, and mechanical ventilation.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based respiratory therapy techniques and protocols.
- Served as a resource for clinical staff regarding best practices in respiratory therapy interventions and equipment usage.
- Optimized team performance by providing training, mentoring, and feedback to fellow therapists.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities for the respiratory therapy team, ensuring adequate coverage.
- Conducted regular audits of respiratory therapy documentation, promoting compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Respiratory Therapist /Charge Respiratory Therapist
ADENA HEALTH SYSTEM
11.2008 - 02.2016
- Deliver respiratory care to a vast combination of Neo-Natal to Adult patient population. Use the knowledge and critical thinking skills of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, pharmacology for respiratory therapist, respiratory therapeutics, cardiopulmonary disease, pulmonary diagnostics and procedures, pediatrics and neonatal critical care, and respiratory care in med-surg settings.
- Demonstrated exceptional skills in managing medical emergencies, earning recognition from colleagues and supervisors for consistent professionalism under pressure.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency airway management, facilitating rapid response in critical situations.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Treated newborns of premature birth, providing close care and pulmonary intervention to promote health and growth.
- Conducted regular audits of respiratory therapy documentation, promoting compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities for the respiratory therapy team, ensuring adequate coverage.
- Promoted a culture of safety by leading regular safety drills, implementing best practice guidelines, and addressing potential risks proactively within the department.
President/Owner
CRABTREE LLC
07.2000 - 08.2006
- Oversee day-to-day operations and office duties. Responsible for hiring, termination, and management of employees. Marketing, bookkeeping, payroll, and advertising. Budget forecasting and studying industry market. Technical support and computer online services. Editing and distributing publications. Training and developing team members. Manufacturing and distributing product. Exporting and importing goods and services.
- Retail Sales, Manufacturing, Newspaper Departments
Applied Math and Science Teacher
PICKAWAY ROSS JOINT VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
08.1997 - 05.2000
- Duties performed taught applied math and science to diversified health students (nursing students).
- Math/Science Departments
Math Teacher
HUNTINGTON ROSS LOCAL SCHOOLS
08.1993 - 05.1997
- Math Department
Math Teacher
EASTERN LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.1989 - 05.1993
- Orient students to their coursework and communicating course and school requirements. Maintain regular office hours, to be reachable by students or parents. Implement student’s IEPs and attend IEP conferences, as needed. Face-to-face meetings with students and teaching adults, as scheduled. Grade student work and enter grades into an online grade book in a timely manner. Contribute to and complete student report cards. Recommend promotion and retention. Communicate with parents as needed. Collaborate with other instructional teachers in the same school. Communicate with teachers and administrators as needed. Collaborate with other instructional teachers in the same content area. Attending all in person meetings as scheduled. Collaborate on writing and updating curriculum. Instruct athletes on proper form and technique in beginning and advanced exercises to maximize physical potential. Oversee athletes as they refine their individual skills. Manage the team during both practice sessions and competitions. Instill good sportsmanship, competitive spirit, and teamwork. Select, store, and issue inventory equipment, material, and supplies. Substitute players for optimum team chemistry and success. Evaluate or “scout” the opposing team prior to competitions. Direct team strategy and call specific plays during competition to surprise the opponent. Other duties as assigned.
- Math Department
Education
M.B.A. - Health Care Administration
ASHFORD UNIVERSITY
Clinton, Iowa10.2010
A.A.S. - Respiratory Therapy
UNIVERSITY OF RIO GRANDE/BHCC
Rio Grande, Ohio08.2009
B.S. - Mathematics w/Concentration in Science and Secondary Education
UNIVERSITY OF RIO GRANDE
Rio Grande, Ohio05.1990
Skills
- Effective communication
- Advanced airway management
- Tracheostomy management
- Arterial blood gas interpretation
- Setup of respiratory devices
- Emergency medical response
- Endotracheal intubation
- Sound clinical assessment skills
- Clinical team management
- Experience in neonatal critical care
- Proficient in ventilator operation
- Effective multitasking
Accomplishments
- Clinical Preceptor of the Year for Southern States Community College.
- Clinical Preceptor for University of Rio Grande, Southern State Community College, and Shawnee State University.
- Instructor of AIRS 1 and 2 Nurse On Boarding Education, Adena Health System.
- Recipient of multiple Patient and Employee Experience Awards.
- Member of Advisory Committee for Respiratory Care Program, University of Rio Grande.
- Safety Officer for Respiratory Department Adena Health System.
- Code Blue / Crash Cart Committee Adena Health System.
- Special Care Nursery Team, Adena Health System.
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS / NRP Expired but will renew
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Nightshift TL
UC Health, Daniel Drake Center
03.2016 - Current
Respiratory Therapist /Charge Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
06.2012 - 02.2024
Respiratory Therapist /Charge Respiratory Therapist
ADENA HEALTH SYSTEM
11.2008 - 02.2016
President/Owner
CRABTREE LLC
07.2000 - 08.2006
Applied Math and Science Teacher
PICKAWAY ROSS JOINT VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
08.1997 - 05.2000
Math Teacher
HUNTINGTON ROSS LOCAL SCHOOLS
08.1993 - 05.1997
Math Teacher
EASTERN LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.1989 - 05.1993
A.A.S. - Respiratory Therapy
UNIVERSITY OF RIO GRANDE/BHCC
B.S. - Mathematics w/Concentration in Science and Secondary Education
UNIVERSITY OF RIO GRANDE
M.B.A. - Health Care Administration
ASHFORD UNIVERSITY
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