Gwendolyn Logan
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Marine Creek, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through individualized treatment plans and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Recognized for strong clinical judgment and a compassionate bedside manner, ensuring optimal care for patients with respiratory conditions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Marine Creek
09.2023 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Therapist
Life Care Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2009 - 03.2024
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
El Centro College
Dallas, TX06.1993
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Caring bedside manner
- Equipment setup
- Medical record documentation
- Physical assessments
- Treatment administration
- End-of-life care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emergency medical care
- Patient instruction
- Coaching and mentoring
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Intubation
- Equipment cleaning
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Care planning
- Patient advocacy
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Medical terminology
- Clinical leadership
- Spirometer reading
- Diagnostic tools
- Patient needs assessment
- Practice improvement
- Home care planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Treatment plan development
- Relationship building
- Heavy lifting
- Care plan management
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Body mechanics
- Blood gas analysis
- Pulmonary function testing
- Infection control techniques
- Mechanical ventilation management
- EMR management
- Oxygen therapy
- Patient and caregiver education
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Ventilator management
- Drug administration trained
- First aid and CPR
- Pulse oximetry
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Certified respiratory therapist (CRT)
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care specialist
- Excellent communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Organizational skills
- Care management
- Team building
- Initial trauma life support (ITLS)
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care specialist (RRT-aCCS)
Certification
ACLS, BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Marine Creek
09.2023 - 12.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Life Care Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2009 - 03.2024
Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
El Centro College
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