Duke Hilliman
Lake City,FL
Summary
Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team in ER, Trauma, ICU and general floor therapy. Patient-oriented therapist offering 8-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Parrish Medical Center/(Aya And MedPro)
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guideline.
Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott And White(Angel Staffing)
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Covid Crisis Response
Respiratory Therapist
Richardson Medical Center (Krucial Staffing)
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Covid Crisis Response (Adult ICU)
Respiratory Therapist
Seguin Medical Center(Krucial Staffing)
11.2020 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
Respiratory Therapist
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Covid Crisis Response
Respiratory Therapist
Lake City Medical Center
03.2017 - 08.2020
- 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.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, FL04.2015
Skills
- Emergency medical care
- Airway Management
- Respiratory treatment planning
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Tracheostomy Care
- Equipment Setup
- Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS/AHA: expires 2/26
- PALS/AHA: expires 2/26
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Parrish Medical Center/(Aya And MedPro)
09.2022 - 01.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott And White(Angel Staffing)
01.2022 - 04.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Richardson Medical Center (Krucial Staffing)
08.2021 - 12.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Seguin Medical Center(Krucial Staffing)
11.2020 - 08.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
05.2020 - 08.2020
Respiratory Therapist
Lake City Medical Center
03.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College