Joy Dronne
Lewes,DE
Summary
Qualified professional who brings advanced knowledge of respiratory conditions affecting different populations. Focused on delivering cost-effective, top-quality and successful care based on sound practices. Expert in delivering range of treatments and managing continuous workloads. Also a seasoned respiratory therapist with 15+ years of experience in all areas of respiratory healthcare in the hospital setting and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes. Seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist with a vast background in respiratory care and life support treatment. Strengths lie in critical thinking, patient assessment, mechanical ventilation management, and emergency procedures implementation. ICU trained and noted for advancing patient-centered care and improving patient outcomes through diligent monitoring and education. Significant impact made in previous roles by enhancing protocol adherence and promoting team collaboration within multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Peters University Hospital
New Brunswick, NJ
01.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Provided education related to prevention strategies for reducing the risk of developing chronic respiratory diseases.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
RWJ University Hospital
New Brunswick, NJ
09.2021 - 02.2022
- systems,Managed mechanical ventilation systems, including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Administered nitric oxide therapies when prescribed by a physician.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
AdaptHealth
North Brunswick, NJ
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Educated family members on proper care techniques for their loved one.
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes and oxygen equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments rendered according to agency policies and procedures.
- Coordinated healthcare services with other providers such as physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, social workers, physical therapists.
- Troubleshot problems with oxygen equipment and identified solutions for resolving them quickly.
- Conducted safety inspections on all oxygen systems and components to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted patients in the proper use of oxygen equipment, such as cannulas and masks.
- Ordered necessary parts for repairs or replacements when needed.
- Maintained accurate records on medical equipment and organized, scheduled maintenance for malfunctioning machines.
- Instructed patients in use of assistive equipment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus
Lakewood, NJ
12.2017 - 05.2021
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Care Plan Management
- Outpatient Care
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient care documentation
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient and caregiver education
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Education
- Ventilator management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Care Planning
- Patient Care
- Equipment Setup
- Team Collaboration
- Treatment Plan Development
- Drug administration trained
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Clinical Leadership
- Emergency medical care
- Intubation
- Diagnostic Tools
- Treatment Administration
- Equipment Cleaning
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Needs Assessment
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- INTUBATION CERTIFIED
Accomplishments
- CHARGE THERAPIST FOR SHIFT ACUITY AND SCHEDULING
- STAR REWARDS FOR WORK PERFORMANCE
- EXCELLENT YEARLY EVALUATIONS WITH 4 POINT PAY RAISES
Affiliations
- GARDENING
- READING
- FAMILY TIME
- CONTINUED EDUCATION
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Peters University Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
RWJ University Hospital
09.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
AdaptHealth
05.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus
12.2017 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Brookdale Community College
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences And Management
University of Phoenix
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- INTUBATION CERTIFIED
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