Jillian Lukashewski

• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
• Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
• Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance service delivery and patient safety protocols.
• Trained new staff on best practices in respiratory therapy and equipment operation procedures.
• Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.

• Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure.
• Assisted physicians during procedures including bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
• Specialized with mechanical ventilation and learned vast knowledge of tracheostomies and laryngectomies
• Monitored patient responses to therapies, adjusted interventions to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
• Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to create tailored care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and assessments.

• Administered respiratory therapy treatments to enhance recovery for patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
• Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Collaborated with critical care team to develop and implement individualized care plans based on thorough patient assessments.
• Educated patients and families on effective respiratory care techniques and equipment usage to promote home management and self-care.

Luzerne County Community College

May 2016

Completed comprehensive clinical training across acute care, ICU, ER, NICU, and other respiratory services.