Erin Rechtin
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Excels in critical care, emergency response and neonatal care. Committed to patient education to enhance clinical outcomes. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
The Christ Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices.
- Performed ABG's, EKG's, assisted in bronchoscopies and intubations.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to improve lung function.
- Provided respiratory support for neonates in a level 3 NICU, including attending high risk deliveries and resuscitation.
Respiratory Therapist
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Performed all duties assigned to a respiratory therapist at this location including critical care, emergency department and acute care.
- Served as a resource for staff as a member of the Education Council.
- Participated in staff committees to enhance departmental policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Pharmacy
08.2000 - 12.2015
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Accommodated individual needs and preferences in the scheduling process as the primary scheduler for all technicians.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures.
- Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Kentucky University
Highlan Heights, KYAssociate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY05-2015
Skills
- Member of AARC, NBRC, KBRC, State Medical Board of Ohio
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
The Christ Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
08.2015 - 06.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Pharmacy
08.2000 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Kentucky University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Kentucky University
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