Heather Champion
Levittown,PA
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with experience in oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation and home care planning. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans, monitor progress, and support safe equipment use and discharge. Committed to improving outcomes through clear communication and clinical insight. Focused on improving treatment understanding, discharge readiness, and continuity of care.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Powerback Rehab
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
06.2002 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and modified treatments based on clinical findings.
- Educated residents and families on inhaler/nebulizer/CPAP/BiPAP/NPPV/ aerosol therapy for tracheostomy use to ensure understanding in preparation for discharge home.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Monitored patient progress to evaluate treatment effectiveness and inform future care adjustments.
- Provided education on respiratory equipment and techniques to patients and staff.
- Facilitated team meetings to review patient progress and collaboratively adjust treatment plans.
- Documented respiratory care in PCC electronic medical records and care notes.
Director of Respiratory Care
American HomePatient
Trevose, PA
01.1998 - 05.2002
- Supervised respiratory staff and managed scheduling and daily workflow for efficient home care services.
- Reviewed oxygen, CPAP, and nebulizer orders to ensure timely home delivery readiness.
- Coordinated respiratory equipment delivery and pickup, ensuring accurate service documentation.
- Monitored compliance with home care policies, safety standards, and payer requirements.
Respiratory Therapist
Bryn Mawr Hospital
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
05.1993 - 01.1998
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Provided emergency care, including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Education
Associate of Science - Allied Health
West Chester University/Bryn Mawr Hosp.
West Chester, PA06-1994
High School Diploma -
Archbishop Conwell For Girls
Tullytown, PA06-1991
Skills
- Oxygen therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Airway management
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Equipment setup
- Care planning
- Clinical leadership
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and caregiver education
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Powerback Rehab
06.2002 - Current
Director of Respiratory Care
American HomePatient
01.1998 - 05.2002
Respiratory Therapist
Bryn Mawr Hospital
05.1993 - 01.1998
Associate of Science - Allied Health
West Chester University/Bryn Mawr Hosp.
High School Diploma -
Archbishop Conwell For Girls