Joel Stup
Fairfield,Pennsylvania
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient assessment, mechanical ventilation management, and emergency respiratory care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Wellspan Health
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
02.2024 - Current
- Administered oxygen therapy and monitored patient responses to treatment.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients with respiratory issues.
- Performed diagnostic tests to assess lung function and oxygen levels.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory techniques and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Maintained equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Provided emergency respiratory support during critical situations in the hospital.
- Set up and monitored use of mechanical ventilators, BiPAPs, and CPAPs.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Nursing Assistant
Wellspan Health
Gettysburg , Pennsylvania
10.2011 - 02.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks and daily living activities.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during hospital stays.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Phlebotomist
Wellspan Health
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
10.2009 - 10.2011
- Collected blood samples from patients using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.
- Maintained sterile environments by cleaning and organizing phlebotomy equipment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards in all phlebotomy practices and procedures.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Education
Associate in Specialized Technology - Respiratory Therapy
YTI Career Institute
York, Pennsylvania 08.2021 - 08.2023
Thomas Jefferson High School
Frederick, MDSkills
- Oxygen therapy
- Mechanical Ventilation, CPAP an BiPAP management
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs assessment
- Blood gas analysis
- Reporting and documentation
- Patient and caregiver education
- Care plan management
Certification
- Basic Life Support: March 2026-March 2028
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support: March 2026-March 2028
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program: February 2026-February 2028
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Wellspan Health
02.2024 - Current
Associate in Specialized Technology - Respiratory Therapy
YTI Career Institute
08.2021 - 08.2023
Nursing Assistant
Wellspan Health
10.2011 - 02.2024
Phlebotomist
Wellspan Health
10.2009 - 10.2011
Thomas Jefferson High School