Edward Ostrowski
Holyoke,MA
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 and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Holyoke Hospital
Hospital Drive, Holyoke, Ma
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 5 Year as a sleep laboratory technician. CPAP/Bipap/Ivaps/Triology titrations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Regional Director of Respiratory Therapy
Healthbridge Management
East Longmeadow, MA
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
- Reviewed financial reports to identify potential issues, cost saving opportunities and significant departures from budget.
- Visited sites periodically to view service levels and adherence to global service standards.
- Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
- Recruited talented individuals bringing Pulmonary Rehab skills to my department.
- Participated in promotional opportunities and onboarding of new accounts.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Respiratory Therapist
Powerback Rehabilitation
Agawam, MA
07.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Science Education
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA05.1999
Skills
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Care Plan Management
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- MS Office Proficiency
- Patient Care Documentation
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Airway Management
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Physical Assessment
- Diagnostic Tools
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Emergency Medical Care
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Powerback Rehabilitation
07.2013 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Holyoke Hospital
Regional Director of Respiratory Therapy
Healthbridge Management
Associate of Science - Science Education
Springfield Technical Community College