Joseph Barry
Posen,IL
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Christ Medical Center, excelling in airway management and patient education. Demonstrated expertise in administering critical care, including ventilator support and emergency response, with a compassionate bedside manner. Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, significantly improving patient outcomes through innovative care plans and respiratory protocols. Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 10+ years of experience in Trauma healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Christ Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL06.2012
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
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Equipment Setup
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Christ Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Moraine Valley Community College
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