Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience in critical care, specializing in ventilator management and airway support. Committed to implementing evidence-based practices that enhance patient safety and outcomes. Aiming to leverage clinical expertise to improve cardiopulmonary services.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
RRT
St Marys Medical Hospital
Ironton
02.2023 - Current
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to ensure effective airway management.
Monitored patient physiological responses, including vital signs and arterial blood gases, to inform treatment adjustments.
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated complex breathing issues.
Delivered therapeutic interventions for chronic and acute respiratory illnesses through comprehensive assessments and diagnoses.
Assisted physicians with bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations to enhance procedural outcomes.
RRT
Panakia
Huntington
03.2022 - 12.2022
Supported use of evidence-based practices to improve patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
Provided education to patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle changes, and fostering informed decision-making.
Streamlined department workflow to accelerate therapy delivery and enhance documentation accuracy.
Created new approaches for noninvasive ventilation in eligible patients, helping lower intubation rates.
Reviewed patient responses to respiratory treatments and adjusted care plans for better outcomes.
Assessed patients with breathing issues and provided treatment based on complete evaluations.
Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
Implemented treatment protocols based on physician instructions for specific protocols and durations.
RRT
Select Specialty Hospital
Charleston
03.2020 - 08.2020
Provided critical emergency response during cardiac arrests and other life-threatening events, by utilizing advanced life support measures.
Achieved response time targets for respiratory assessments, ensuring timely evaluation and intervention.
Administered antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications via nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers, and positive pressure equipment.
Optimized oxygenation strategies tailored to individual patient needs, contributing to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation.
Improved patient outcomes by delivering comprehensive respiratory care plans and targeted interventions.
Polysomnography Technician
Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital
Rusell
05.2015 - 01.2020
Enhanced diagnostic accuracy by performing comprehensive polysomnographic testing and continuous patient monitoring.
Supported physicians in formulating personalized treatment plans through detailed analysis of sleep study data.
Ensured patient safety throughout sleep studies by rigorously adhering to established protocols and emergency procedures.
Demonstrated adaptability by acquiring proficiency in new software and diagnostic equipment to remain current with industry advancements.
Upheld a clean, safe, and organized work environment by strictly following laboratory protocols.
RRT
Cabell Huntington Hospital: Hoops Family Hospital
Huntington
12.2003 - 11.2014
Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous analysis of blood gas results, enhancing ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
Maintained optimal oxygen titration levels for patients undergoing ventilator support.
Verified the correct setup of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patient populations.
Administered aerosolized respiratory medications and performed chest percussion treatments to improve patient breathing.