Ginette Patrick

• Administered respiratory therapies including Noninvasive Ventilators (NIV), Cough assist, Afflovest, CPAP and BIPAPs, ensuring compliance with treatment protocols.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical observations.
• Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance service delivery.
• Set up, educate and manage patients, along with family education on Noninvasive home Ventilators (NIVs), BIPAP ST-A, ST, ASV and CPAP therapy.

Level One Trauma center

Started as a travel assignment then took per diem position

• Managed and operated mechanical ventilation to delivery airway managment in various units including MICU,CCU,CVICU, SICU-trauma, ER/Trauma Bay, PACU, OR.
• Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
• Participated in Rapid reponses and code blues in various ICU units and med-surg floors.
• Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

• Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with chronic respiratory conditions including cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis.
• Monitored and evaluated patient responses to respiratory interventions for optimal care adjustments.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Cystic Fibrosis Center

Level One Pediatric Trauma Hospital

• Administered respiratory therapies to pediatric patients, ensuring compliance with treatment protocols.
• High Flow, Servo I/U, Trilogy EV300and 200 set up in the Pediatric ICU and med surg.
• Responsible for MDI administration and asthma education/teaching.
• Therapy Vest, postural drainage, EZ PAP,cough assist administration.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for critically ill children.

Adult and Children's Hospital

• Provided emergency care to patients in Adult ICU, pediatric ICU and Emergency Room.
• Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
• Heliox and Nitric Oxide Therapy administration
• COVID-19 Pandemic
• Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
• Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.