Julianna Toombs
Newcastle,Ok
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 14 years of experience in 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. Professional respiratory care provider with comprehensive experience in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and critical care. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in mechanical ventilation, airway management, and emergency response. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards of respiratory care in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
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Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Health Science Center
Oklahoma city
10 2021 - Current
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St benards hospital
Jonesboro
02 2021 - 10 2021
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Desoto Healthcare Center
Southaven
12 2019 - 02 2021
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Memphis
01 2012 - 12 2019
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- 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.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Education
Associates In Science - Respiratory Care
Northwest Mississippi Community College
05.2011
Skills
- Patient education
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Medication Administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Spirometer reading
- Tracheostomy Care
- Physical assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- PPE Compliance
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- [Type] Software Proficiency
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Data Entry
- Cultural Awareness
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Health Science Center
10 2021 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St benards hospital
02 2021 - 10 2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Desoto Healthcare Center
12 2019 - 02 2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01 2012 - 12 2019
Associates In Science - Respiratory Care
Northwest Mississippi Community College