Hi, I’m
Joan Pitts
Lithia Springs,GA
Summary
Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering Number-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional certified in Area of certification paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Southern Cresent Traumatic Brain Injury
Staff Relief Respiratory Therapist
2023.08 - Current (1 year & 1 month)
Job overview
- 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.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
douglasville nursing home and rehabilitation
Respiratory Care Practitioner
2013.01 - Current (11 years & 8 months)
Job overview
- RESPONSIBLE FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES IN THE MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTIVE CARE OF PATIENTS WITH COMPLE/ADVANCED CARDIOPULMONARY PROBLEMS AND/OR PERFORMING DIRECT VENTILATOR OPERATIONS, AIRWAY CLEARANCE, OXYGEN DELIVERY, CPR, PHYSICIAN ASSISTS, NECESSARY CLEANING REQUIREMENTS, EDUCATION FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES,AND DOCUMENTATION.
Delta Healthcare Providers
Travel Respiratory Therapist
2021.02 - 2023.04 (2 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Streamlined equipment setup and calibration processes, ensuring timely treatment delivery and optimal therapeutic results.
- Promoted a positive working environment by demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and respect for colleagues and patients alike.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge plans and coordinating follow-up care for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of ongoing respiratory treatments and progress notes within electronic health records systems.
- Advocated for patient-centered care, consistently prioritizing safety, dignity, and well-being of patients in all interactions.
- Applied critical thinking skills to problem solve complex respiratory situations, contributing to more efficient and effective treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patient needs.
KINDRED HOSPITAL
Staff Respiratory Therapist
2004.07 - 2015.01 (10 years & 6 months)
Education
ITS INSTITUTE , Miami, FL
Diploma of completion from Respiratory Therapy Technology
10.1985
Skills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medication Administration
- Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment Setup
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Medical record documentation
- Treatment Administration
- Physical assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Instruction
- End of life care
- Emergency medical care
- Patient Care
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Infection Control
- Team Collaboration
- Intubation
- Equipment Cleaning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Medical Terminology
- Spirometer reading
- Diagnostic Tools
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Outpatient Care
- Home Care Planning
- Practice Improvement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Relationship Building
- Treatment Plan Development
- Heavy Lifting
- Emergency Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- CPR/AED
- Vital signs monitoring
- Initial Trauma Life Support
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
Certification
Respiratory Care Practitioner, (renewal) 02/28/2024, 02/28/2026
Timeline
Staff Relief Respiratory Therapist
Southern Cresent Traumatic Brain Injury
2023.08 - Current (1 year & 1 month)
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Delta Healthcare Providers
2021.02 - 2023.04 (2 years & 2 months)
Respiratory Care Practitioner
douglasville nursing home and rehabilitation
2013.01 - Current (11 years & 8 months)
Staff Respiratory Therapist
KINDRED HOSPITAL
2004.07 - 2015.01 (10 years & 6 months)
ITS INSTITUTE
Diploma of completion from Respiratory Therapy Technology
Respiratory Care Practitioner, (renewal) 02/28/2024, 02/28/2026
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