Hardworking, compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist with 27 years experience, deeply committed to delivering the highest quality of care. Pro-active leader with strengths in communication and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Excels in problem solving, decision making and empathy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yale New Haven Health System Westerly Hospital
05.1997 - Current
Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
Enhanced patient care by performing accurate pulmonary function tests and providing reliable results for diagnosis.
Assisted physicians in identifying appropriate interventions for patients, based on pulmonary function test outcomes.
Facilitated seamless communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families regarding test results and implications for treatment planning.
Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
Improved diagnostic accuracy through meticulous performance of stress tests and electrocardiograms.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Coordinator
Yale New Haven Health System Westerly Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024
Led effective pulmonary rehabilitation programs for post-acute patients recovering from respiratory disorders or surgeries.
Assisted in the planning and execution of pulmonary rehabilitation programs to improve patients'' quality of life and functional status.
Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
Clinical Coordinator
Yale New Haven Health System Westerly Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2023
Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
Created monthly schedules for respiratory therapists, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
Assessed clinical policies and procedures for compliance with changing regulations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The William H. Backus Hospital
04.2015 - 09.2018
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology With Minor in Management
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
05.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln
05.1997
Skills
Ethics and Professionalism
Strong Clinical Judgement
Problem Solving
Patient-Focused Therapy
Strong ability to Multi-Task
Leadership Quality
RT with PFT and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Experience
Accomplishments
President of gradating class at CCRI, 1997
Vice President of the Springbrook School PTO, 2016-2018
Union Steward, UNAP 2012-2021
Employee of the Month x3, Westerly Hospital
Gold Patient Experience Award, 2018
Phil Award, 2018
Certification
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) – National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – RI & CT
Timeline
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Coordinator
Yale New Haven Health System Westerly Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical Coordinator
Yale New Haven Health System Westerly Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The William H. Backus Hospital
04.2015 - 09.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yale New Haven Health System Westerly Hospital
05.1997 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology With Minor in Management
Rhode Island College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Community College of Rhode Island
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) – National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – RI & CT
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