Janet Smith
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Ozark,MO
Summary
Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments, Oxygen therapy, CPAP and BiPAP,and EKG's.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
CoxHealth Hospital
Springfield, MO
03.1996 - 11.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ozark Community Technical College
Springfield, MO 01.1993 - 08.1996
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Professional bedside manner
Spirometer reading
Patient and family advocacy
Tracheostomy Care
Multitasking Abilities
Training and Development
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Teamwork and Collaboration
Planning and Coordination
Attention to Detail
Organization and Time Management
Self-Motivated
Critical Thinking
Physical assessments
Dosage calculation
Certification
CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
BLS and ACLS certified
BLS and AED Certification
ACLS Certification
References:
1. Diane Meinhardt:417-8185346
2. Jennifer Vinyard:417-2252705
3.Adrianne MacMilan:573-855-9238
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
CoxHealth Hospital
03.1996 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ozark Community Technical College
01.1993 - 08.1996