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Erin Greenwood

Versailles ,KY

Summary

Enthusiastic Certified Respiratory Therapist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of respiratory therapy and skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any health field industry.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Lincare
04.2023 - 2023
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Signature Health Rehabilitation
08.2022 - 12.2022


  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
  • Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - 10.2022
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.

Sleep Technologist RT

CHI Flaget Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
  • Optimized machinery and obtained consistent, accurate results through proper equipment calibration.
  • Setup oxygen, CPAP and BiPAP machines for patients requiring breathing treatments.
  • Monitored patients throughout surgical procedures and tests by using devices such as video recorders and EEGs.
  • Questioned patients about medical backgrounds to obtain accurate health history data and optimize treatment plans.

Student Respiratory Therapist

Saint Joseph Hospital (CHI)
08.2019 - 04.2020
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Developed system of staff communication, enabling quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

State Registered Nursing Assistant & KMA

Provision Living @ Beaumont Centre
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Respiratory Therapist

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 09.2024

Works in the sleep lab

Monitored sleep studies

Oxygen bipap/cpap protocols

  • Streamlined data management processes by consistently updating electronic medical records with accurate and relevant information from sleep studies.
  • Promoted a positive clinical experience for patients with excellent communication skills throughout consultations, assessments, treatments, and followups.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by effectively applying and adjusting sleep monitoring equipment during nocturnal polysomnography.
  • Enhanced clinic offerings by assisting in the development and implementation of new diagnostic procedures or treatment modalities based on emerging research trends in sleep medicine.
  • Promoted patient adherence to treatment plans by providing comprehensive education on sleep hygiene and CPAP therapy.

Nursing Assistant SRNA

Morning Pointe Senior Living
03.2016 - 01.2018
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Nursing Assistant SRNA

Saint Joseph Hospital CHI
11.2011 - 02.2015
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.

Nursing Assistant SRNA

Sayre Christian Village
05.2009 - 01.2011
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
  • Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
  • Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.

Education

Associates in Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY
03.2020

Diploma -

Tate’s Creek High School
Lexington, KY
05.2008

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient Relations
  • Patient Care
  • Computer literate
  • Patient-focused care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Transporting patients
  • Physical assessments
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 09.2024

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Lincare
04.2023 - 2023

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Signature Health Rehabilitation
08.2022 - 12.2022

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - 10.2022

Sleep Technologist RT

CHI Flaget Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - 06.2021

Student Respiratory Therapist

Saint Joseph Hospital (CHI)
08.2019 - 04.2020

State Registered Nursing Assistant & KMA

Provision Living @ Beaumont Centre
01.2018 - 08.2019

Nursing Assistant SRNA

Morning Pointe Senior Living
03.2016 - 01.2018

Nursing Assistant SRNA

Saint Joseph Hospital CHI
11.2011 - 02.2015

Nursing Assistant SRNA

Sayre Christian Village
05.2009 - 01.2011

Associates in Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Bluegrass Community And Technical College

Diploma -

Tate’s Creek High School