Katie Osborne
Novant Health, Thomasville Medical Center
Sophia,NC
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with strong skills in airway management, tracheostomy care, and patient education. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through effective respiratory care protocols and vigilant monitor and vent management.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
3 Years 3 Months- Administered respiratory therapies and monitored patient progress to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and proper equipment usage.
- Maintained and calibrated respiratory equipment for safe and effective patient use.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing critical interventions as needed.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Care Assistant
1 Year- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Coaching
- 4 Year Softball Scholarship Recipient
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
- Dean's List All Semesters
Skills
Airway management
Vent management
Care protocols
Blood gas analysis
Equipment setup
Patient assessment
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Tracheostomy care
Patient education
Ventilator management
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- RRT-ACCS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health, Thomasville Medical Center
07.2023 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Care Assistant
Novant Health, Thomasville Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023Read More
Forsyth Technical Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Respiratory Therapy
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University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Science from Coaching
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