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)
Titusville, FL
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)
Temple, TX
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)
Richardson, TX
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)
Seguin, TX
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
Washington, DC
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
Lake City, FL
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