Jennifer Douglas
Gerber,CA
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 14 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Constructive Director of Respiratory Therapy offering a 6 year comprehensive background verifying adequate number of respiratory care staff to cover patient care areas and needs. Polished in developing departmental policies and procedures, implementing protocols and coordinating training for respiratory care staff and health care professionals. Committed to mentoring staff and students in appropriate behavior and decision-making and leading by example.
Adaptable Quality Manager with a 3-year background in implementing and developing improvement processes through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Specialties include achieving set quality goals, generating new policies, responding to patient or family grievances and maintaining accurate records for regulatory visits.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2023.07 - Current
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
Director of Quality & Risk Management
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2021.03 - 2023.08
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Recorded, analyzed, and distributed statistical information.
- Drove root cause analysis investigations for patient complaints, implementing corrective actions that reduced recurrence rates and improved patient satisfaction.
Director of Respiratory Therapy
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2015.03 - 2021.03
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based respiratory therapy practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex respiratory needs.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication among team members about best practices, process improvements, and lessons learned from critical incidents or adverse events.
- Developed and managed a high-performing respiratory therapy team to provide exceptional patient care.
- Accomplished respiratory therapy services goals by interviewing, hiring and training new staff and communicating and enforcing rules and regulations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2010.07 - 2015.03
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT07.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Butte College
Oroville, CA05.2010
Skills
- Airway Management
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Performance monitoring
- Process Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- PICC/Midline Line Placement
- End of life care
- Patient Education
- Clinical Leadership
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff and Student education
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPQPS - Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
- PICC Certification from BARD
- VA-BC - Vascular Access Board Certified
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2023.07 - Current
Director of Quality & Risk Management
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2021.03 - 2023.08
Director of Respiratory Therapy
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2015.03 - 2021.03
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
2010.07 - 2015.03
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Independence University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Butte College
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPQPS - Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
- PICC Certification from BARD
- VA-BC - Vascular Access Board Certified
Similar Profiles
Lisa RobertsonLisa Robertson
Medical Records Specialist at Vibra Hospital Of Northern CaliforniaMedical Records Specialist at Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
Lynne "Kelly" ClayLynne "Kelly" Clay
Registered Nurse at PAM HEALTH SPECIALTY HOSPITAL OF SPARKSRegistered Nurse at PAM HEALTH SPECIALTY HOSPITAL OF SPARKS
Iain ShaughnessyIain Shaughnessy
Registered Nurse at Vibra Hospital Of Norther CaliforniaRegistered Nurse at Vibra Hospital Of Norther California