Elizabeth Duer
Cincinnati
Summary
A respiratory therapist with extensive experience at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and mechanical ventilation. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and respond effectively in emergencies. Committed to optimizing patient care through critical thinking and innovative treatment strategies, ensuring high-quality outcomes in respiratory therapy, who is now seeking advancement as a Respiratory Therapist II.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Evaluated patient's need for additional resources such as home health services or durable medical equipment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
Respiratory Care Student
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Obtained written orders from physicians prior to initiating any new therapies or treatments.
- Prepared equipment for use in the operating room or intensive care units.
- Assisted in patient assessments and physical examinations.
- Utilized ventilators, oxygen concentrators, CPAP and BIPAP machines, nebulizers. to treat respiratory diseases.
- Performed chest physiotherapy modalities such as percussion, vibration, postural drainage.
Receptionist
Dr Topolov
Sidney
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
- Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
- Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Kettering Medical School
Kettering, OH07-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KYSkills
- Patient assessment
- Mechanical ventilation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Critical thinking
- Emergency response
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- NPS (Neonatal Pediatric Specialist) - Expires 2030
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Expires 2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Expires 2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Expires 2027
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Expires 2030
Accomplishments
- NICU BEE the Change Award - NICU (awarded to someone who is committed to giving and accepting feedback with grace and gratitude with being positive)
Professional Memberships/Comitties
- AARC- American Association of Respiratory Care
(ID# 155723008) 2025- Present
- Kettering College Advisory Committee 2023- Present
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Respiratory Care Student
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2023
Receptionist
Dr Topolov
01.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Kettering Medical School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Kentucky
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