Gala Trout
Bristow,OK
Summary
Confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work. Qualified respiratory therapist brings advanced knowledge of respiratory conditions affecting different populations. Focused on delivering cost-effective, top-quality and successful care based on sound practices. Expert in delivering range of treatments and managing continuous workloads. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 17 years of experience in healthcare locations and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CRT
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
Tulsa, OK
02.2020 - Current
- Actively participated in quality assurance initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Performed CPR and other life-saving measures in emergency situations.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss departmental objectives and strategies.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Assisted with transferring patients in and out of beds, wheelchairs and strhers.
- Responded quickly to alarms from monitors or emergency codes from other departments within the hospital setting.
- Monitored patient progress by documenting assessments, treatments and interventions.
- Reported changes in the condition of the patients to physicians or nurses immediately for further treatment decisions.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Educated patients about their illnesses, medications and lifestyle modifications to promote health and wellbeing.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on new developments in the field of cardiopulmonary technology.
- Maintained a clean environment by sterilizing equipment before each use.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms or radiographs.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature and blood pressure.
- Operated a variety of medical equipment including ventilators and oxygen therapy devices.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
CRT
OSU Medical Center
Tulsa, OK
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Actively participated in quality assurance initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Performed CPR and other life-saving measures in emergency situations.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss departmental objectives and strategies.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Assisted with transferring patients in and out of beds, wheelchairs and strhers.
- Developed individualized patient care plans based on assessment findings.
- Responded quickly to alarms from monitors or emergency codes from other departments within the hospital setting.
- Monitored patient progress by documenting assessments, treatments and interventions.
- Reported changes in the condition of the patients to physicians or nurses immediately for further treatment decisions.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records systems.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide optimal patient care plans.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Educated patients about their illnesses, medications and lifestyle modifications to promote health and wellbeing.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on new developments in the field of cardiopulmonary technology.
- Maintained a clean environment by sterilizing equipment before each use.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms or radiographs.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for daily operations.
- Conducted physical assessments on newly admitted patients to determine their current health status.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature and blood pressure.
- Operated a variety of medical equipment including ventilators and oxygen therapy devices.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
CRT
AMG Specialty Hospital
Tulsa, OK
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Actively participated in quality assurance initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Performed CPR and other life-saving measures in emergency situations.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss departmental objectives and strategies.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Assisted with transferring patients in and out of beds, wheelchairs and strhers.
- Responded quickly to alarms from monitors or emergency codes from other departments within the hospital setting.
- Monitored patient progress by documenting assessments, treatments and interventions.
- Reported changes in the condition of the patients to physicians or nurses immediately for further treatment decisions.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide optimal patient care plans.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Educated patients about their illnesses, medications and lifestyle modifications to promote health and wellbeing.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on new developments in the field of cardiopulmonary technology.
- Maintained a clean environment by sterilizing equipment before each use.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for daily operations.
- Conducted physical assessments on newly admitted patients to determine their current health status.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature and blood pressure.
- Operated a variety of medical equipment including ventilators and oxygen therapy devices.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
CRT
CONTINUOUS CARE CENTERS OF TULSA
Tulsa, OK
09.2010 - 06.2015
- Actively participated in quality assurance initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
- Performed CPR and other life-saving measures in emergency situations.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss departmental objectives and strategies.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Assisted with transferring patients in and out of beds, wheelchairs and strhers.
- Responded quickly to alarms from monitors or emergency codes from other departments within the hospital setting.
- Monitored patient progress by documenting assessments, treatments and interventions.
- Reported changes in the condition of the patients to physicians or nurses immediately for further treatment decisions.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Educated patients about their illnesses, medications and lifestyle modifications to promote health and wellbeing.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on new developments in the field of cardiopulmonary technology.
- Maintained a clean environment by sterilizing equipment before each use.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms or radiographs.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for daily operations.
- Conducted physical assessments on newly admitted patients to determine their current health status.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature and blood pressure.
- Operated a variety of medical equipment including ventilators and oxygen therapy devices.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Provided artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK01-2007
Certification
ACLS AND BLS DONE JUNE 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CRT
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
02.2020 - Current
CRT
OSU Medical Center
10.2018 - 02.2020
CRT
AMG Specialty Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2019
CRT
CONTINUOUS CARE CENTERS OF TULSA
09.2010 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tulsa Community College
ACLS AND BLS DONE JUNE 2023
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