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Ethan Cotton

Stone Mountain,GA

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Henry Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
  • Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
  • Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
  • 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.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Wellstar Kennestone
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.

Respiratory Care Technician

Emory University Hospital Midtown
03.2021 - 03.2022


  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
  • Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.

Sales Specialist

Home Depot
02.2018 - 03.2021
  • As a specialist I was responsible for selling new renovation accounts, maintaining older accounts, and resolving issues between merchandise distributors and site project managers.

Education

Associate - Respiratory Therapy

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, Georgia
03.2022

Skills

  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Highly Effective Communicating Skills
  • Patient Education
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Outstanding Interpersonal Skills
  • ABG procedure/ Analysis
  • Hyperinflation Therapy
  • Trach Care
  • Management of Airways
  • Transport Ventilation
  • Weaning Parameters
  • Nasal/ Tracheal Suctioning
  • Patient Assessment Skills
  • Oxygen Therapy
  • Aerosol/ Drug Administration
  • Aerosol/ Humidity Therapy
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Ventilator Management and Troubleshooting
  • Set up/ Initiate Mechanical Ventilation
  • Intubation

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • American Association For Respiratory Care (AARC)
  • Georgia Society For Respiratory Care (GSRC)

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Henry Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Wellstar Kennestone
03.2022 - 01.2023

Respiratory Care Technician

Emory University Hospital Midtown
03.2021 - 03.2022

Sales Specialist

Home Depot
02.2018 - 03.2021

Associate - Respiratory Therapy

Gwinnett Technical College

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