Imran Dawood

Respiratory Therapist

Holy Spirit Hospital

Camp Hill, PA

04.2014 - Current

Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
Conducted follow-up visits with patients to evaluate treatment outcomes and make recommendations for additional care if needed.
Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
Prepared reports summarizing the patient's progress towards established goals for review by the physician.
Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
Evaluated patient's need for additional resources such as home health services or durable medical equipment.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
Reviewed current literature related to respiratory disorders and treatments in order to update clinical skillset.
Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.