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George Meekins

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 40 years of experience in the healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering 40-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional certified in Respiratory Therapy paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Jackson Therapy Partners
Montgomery, AL
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • 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.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.

Respiratory Therapist

Eastside Hospital
Snellville, GA
07.2010 - 03.2022
  • 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.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
  • Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
  • Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
  • Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
  • Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
  • Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
  • Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.

Respiratory Therapist

Northside Hospital Forsyth
Cumming, GA
08.2008 - 03.2022
  • 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.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS
05.1981

Skills

I have experience in Nicu , Mother Baby and Labor and Deliveries I have done Neonatal transport for Baptist South Hospital in the last year, this also include neonatal intubations I have experience in both Adults and babies

Certification

  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist ,BCLS , NRP

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Jackson Therapy Partners
03.2021 - 03.2022

Respiratory Therapist

Eastside Hospital
07.2010 - 03.2022

Respiratory Therapist

Northside Hospital Forsyth
08.2008 - 03.2022

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Northwest Mississippi Community College

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