Judith Crounse
Norwich
Summary
Dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist experienced in administering therapies and educating patients to enhance outcomes in critical care environments. Ensured compliance with regulations while demonstrating strong work ethic and adaptability. Delivered exceptional interpersonal skills, thriving in unsupervised roles and rapidly mastering new competencies.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bassett Medical Center
Cooperstown
08.2008 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to enhance recovery for patients in critical care settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and tailored treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.
- Delivered education on respiratory care techniques to empower patients and families for effective home management.
- Supported teaching activities for interns and residents at the facility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment for optimal performance.
- Trained new staff on standard procedures and best practices in respiratory therapy.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
At Home Care Staffing
Oneonta
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health and home care techniques.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY 08.2006 - 05.2008
Norwich Senior High School
Norwich, NYSkills
- Therapy administration
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Medication administration
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Electronic health records
- Regulatory compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient education
- Home care support
- Staff training
- Problem resolution
- Time management
- Oxygen therapy administration
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
At Home Care Staffing
09.2013 - 08.2015
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bassett Medical Center
08.2008 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mohawk Valley Community College
08.2006 - 05.2008
Norwich Senior High School