Karly Dickison
Brownsburg,IN
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Therapist with almost 3 years of experience in NICU 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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ascension St. Vincent Women's NICU
06.2021 - Current
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual's needs.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Managed and operated convention mechanical ventilators, as well as HFJV and HFOV, to deliver airway management.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Roles include Charge Therapist, as well as CodeOB Therapist.
EKG Technician
Hendrick's Regional Health
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
- Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy through meticulous performance of stress tests, Holter monitors, and other cardiac monitoring techniques.
- Assisted in the identification of abnormal heart conditions by recognizing irregularities in patient''s heart rhythms during EKG readings.
- Minimized errors in test results by thoroughly cleaning electrodes before each use, ensuring optimal contact with skin during testing.
- Provided instruction on Holter monitor and connected patient to analyzer.
- Initiated CPR for patients in cardiac failure, responding to hospital crisis codes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis05.2021
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- End of Life Care
- Bronchial Hygiene
- High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation
- High Frequency Jet Ventilation
- Nitric Oxide Therapy
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ascension St. Vincent Women's NICU
06.2021 - Current
EKG Technician
Hendrick's Regional Health
08.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Indianapolis
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