Joyce Babb
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Distinguished Register Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at IU Health Riley, adept in airway management and patient education. Excelled in delivering comprehensive respiratory care, significantly improving patient outcomes. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams and educating patients, showcasing exceptional time management and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Register Respiratory Therapist
IU Health Riley
11.2011 - Current
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Management Information Systems
Associate Degree - Respiratory
05.2011
Skills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medication Administration
- Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Medical record documentation
- Emergency medical care
- Infection Control
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Neonatal intensive care
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Time Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Register Respiratory Therapist - IU Health Riley
11.2011 - Current
Taylor University - Associate Of Arts, Management Information Systems
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana - Associate Degree , Respiratory