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Jean Redden

Soddy Daisy ,TN

Summary

Seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist with 32 years of experience in healthcare settings. Skilled in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation, practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and vent mangement.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Erlanger Health System
Chattanooga, TN
08.1998 - 08.2023

Core therapist in SICU, usually also had NTICU. Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients, adjusted settings as needed according to physician orders and clinical guidelines. Obtained ABGs when needed, communicated results to MD. Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques and medication administration. Mentored students in respiratory therapy best practices. Worked in other units when needed, TICU, NNICU, MICU and CVIC. Have also working floors and ED.

Respiratory Therapist

Suncare Health
Decatur, TN
01.1998 - 08.1998

Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based respiratory therapy. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans for patients with complex respiratory needs.

Respiratory Therapist

Erlanger Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN
06.1992 - 12.1997

Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatment and interventions. Worked all areas of hospital, floors, units and ED.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN
08.1992

High School Diploma -

Red Bank High School
Chattanooga, TN
05.1975

Skills

  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Collaboration
  • Physical Assessments
  • Patient Care Documentation
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Medication Administration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Oxygen Therapy
  • Electronic Medical Record Documentation
  • BLS/ACLS

Certification

Tennessee License. Grandfathered in with NBRC.

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Erlanger Health System
08.1998 - 08.2023

Respiratory Therapist

Suncare Health
01.1998 - 08.1998

Respiratory Therapist

Erlanger Medical Center
06.1992 - 12.1997

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Chattanooga State Community College

High School Diploma -

Red Bank High School
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