Jessica Wallage-Barber, RRT
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 5 years of experience working with adult, geriatric, pediatric, and neonatal patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of acute and chronic conditions such as respiratory distress/failure, COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
U.S. Navy Active Duty
05.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.2015 - Current
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
General Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.2012 - 05.2018
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid
06.2011 - 02.2012
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than 500 daily prescriptions in high-volume retail pharmacy environment.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS05.2011
Skills
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Acute Illness
- Arterial Punctures
- Ventilator Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Blood Gas Analysis
- Oxygen Therapy
- Patient Care Documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- Virginia State License No: 0117009606
- Advanced Life Support - Exp April 2025
- Basic Life Support- Exp April 2025
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
U.S. Navy Active Duty
05.2018 - Current
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.2015 - Current
General Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.2012 - 05.2018
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid
06.2011 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of The Incarnate Word
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Northwest Mississippi Community College
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