Jenna Mahoney
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with more than ten years of experience in multiple healthcare settings including bedside critical care and trauma/ ED. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis, interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance patient outcomes. Registered respiratory professional trained to assess, and treat patients. Experienced 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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
- Charge therapist duties, including staff assignments, emergency response management, equipment rental, distribution and management
- Initiate, manage and wean ventilators in accordance to hospital protocol and physician orders
- Evaluate patients and initiate therapy according to Obstructive Sleep Apnea Protocol
- Institute, adjust and terminate bronchodilator therapy in accordance with hospital protocol
- Aerosol drug administration
- Airway management of adult, pediatric and newborn patients
- Obtain and evaluate Arterial Blood Gas
- Initiate, manage, and evaluate effectiveness of Bipap and Cpap therapy
- Manage advanced modalities of ventilation including, but not limited to APRV
- Carry out orders for chest percussion utilizing multiple modalities to include, vest, percussion, manual CPT in the setting of adult and pediatric patients
- Responsible for maintaining CAP requirements in ABG labs
- Assist with special procedures including but not limited to bronchoscopy
- Contributed to hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives by serving on committees and participating in process improvement projects..
- Served as a resource for clinical staff as a 'Super User' and orientation of new team members
- Streamlined patient treatment plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Provided emergency response support during critical situations, such as code blue events or rapid response activations.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual concerns.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Francis Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Initiate, manage and wean ventilators in accordance to physician orders
- Evaluate patients and initiate therapy according to Obstructive Sleep Apnea Protocol
- Institute, adjust and terminate bronchodilator therapy in accordance with hospital protocol
- Airway management of adult patients
- Obtain and evaluate Arterial Blood Gas
- Initiate and manage Bipap and Cpap therapy
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute
06.2014 - 08.2018
- Carry out charge duties in the absence of a supervisor, including staff assignments, emergency response management, equipment rental
- Initiate, manage and wean ventilators in accordance to hospital protocol and physician orders
- Evaluate patients and initiate therapy according to Obstructive Sleep Apnea Protocol
- Institute, adjust and terminate bronchodilator therapy in accordance with hospital protocol
- Aerosol drug administration
- Airway management of adult, pediatric and neonatal patients
- Obtain and evaluate Arterial Blood Gas
- Initiate, manage, and evaluate effectiveness of Bipap and Cpap therapy
- Manage post operative CABG patients and evaluate for extubation following national and facility guidelines
- Manage advanced modalities of ventilation including, but not limited to jet ventilation, oscillator, APRV in the setting of adults, pediatrics and neonates
- Initiate, and evaluate effectiveness of chest percussive therapy using multiple modalities to include metaneb, vest, percussion, manual CPT in the setting of adult and pediatric patients
- Assist with special procedures including but not limited to bronchoscopy
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities or traumas while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Assisted in the development of clinical protocols for the management of various respiratory conditions.
Education
Associates of Science - Respiratory Care
Indian River State College
Fort Pierce, FL05.2012
Associate of Arts -
Indian River State College
Fort Pierce, FL05.2012
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Airway Management
- Clinical Leadership
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Francis Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute
06.2014 - 08.2018
Associates of Science - Respiratory Care
Indian River State College
Associate of Arts -
Indian River State College
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
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