Janel Glass
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Adaptable clinical professional with extensive background in respiratory therapy and hospital systems for diverse populations. I demonstrate proficiency in providing effective communication with empathy to provide high quality care for patient satisfaction. Known for my exceptional quality improvement initiatives and effective care coordination. Ready to leverage my expertise to enhance high standards of care and positive outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Care Specialist
Sanford Health
Bismarck, ND
06.2023 - Current
- Provide compassionate care to patients and families, ensuring comfort and emotional support during treatment processes.
- Contributes to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and open communication with colleagues across departments and community support systems.
- Serve as a reliable liaison between healthcare providers, families, and patients to ensure seamless coordination of care efforts.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Monitor patient conditions, documenting progress and communicating changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Educate patients and families on health management strategies, fostering understanding and compliance with care protocols and goal achievement.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Supervisor
Chi St. Alexius Health/Great Plains Rehabilitation Services
Bismarck, ND
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Supervised respiratory therapy team, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and standards.
- Managed scheduling for respiratory therapy services, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Served as a liaison between the respiratory department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment to optimize patient outcomes.
- Implemented process improvements, increasing departmental efficiency and service delivery timelines.
- Participated in hospital committees focused on improving quality of care, sharing expertise from a respiratory perspective.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
CHI St. Alexius Health/Great Plains Rehabilitation Services
Bismarck, ND
05.2005 - 06.2023
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Evaluated patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and home management strategies.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators, oxygen therapy, nebulizer, sleep apnea equipment/support, various airway clearance devices and techniques, etc for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions through education on the cardio-respiratory system, disease prevention, and lifestyle modification.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND04-2005
Skills
- Active listening skills
- Healthcare systems
- Computer literate
- Community resource navigation
- Multitasking and organization
- Dependable and responsible
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Complex Problem-solving
- Medical terminology
- Diverse care coordination
- Quality improvement
Timeline
Respiratory Care Specialist
Sanford Health
06.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist Supervisor
Chi St. Alexius Health/Great Plains Rehabilitation Services
01.2019 - 06.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
CHI St. Alexius Health/Great Plains Rehabilitation Services
05.2005 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
University of Mary