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Heather Beach

Cape Coral,FL

Summary

Registered Respiratory Therapist with strong critical care thinking skills and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes. Experienced in administering respiratory modalities for diverse patient populations and implementing strategies to reduce ICU length of stay. Collaborative team player adept at monitoring patient responses and responding effectively in emergency situations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist – ACCS

Lee Health
December 2023 - Current
  • Administer all respiratory modalities for diverse patient populations.
  • Utilize exceptional critical care thinking skills to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Implement strategies that have decreased ICU length of stay.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams during emergency situations.
  • Monitor and assess patient responses to respiratory therapies.

Supervisor

CHS
10.1999 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.

Education

Respiratory Care Practitioners

Ivy Tech State College
Valparaiso, IN
05.1995

Skills

  • Respiratory modalities
  • Critical care thinking
  • Patient assessment
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • ICU length reduction
  • Emergency response
  • Patient monitoring
  • Outcome improvement
  • Care strategy implementation
  • Therapeutic interventions

Additional Information

ACLS

PALS

BLS

ACCS

Timeline

Supervisor

CHS
10.1999 - 12.2023

Registered Respiratory Therapist – ACCS

Lee Health
December 2023 - Current

Respiratory Care Practitioners

Ivy Tech State College