Kellee Griffith
King,NC
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Care Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
Winston Salem, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Observed and documented patient responses to medical interventions and treatments administered by RTs.
- Developed an understanding of common respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, and emphysema through research assignments given by the supervising RT.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient based on their diagnosis and needs.
- Educated family members about home care options available for respiratory illness management.
- Collected arterial blood samples from patients for analysis of gas exchange values.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities, treatments and outcomes according to hospital policies and procedures.
Medicine Technician
Vienna Village Assisted Living
Lewisville, NC
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate records of all medications administered to patients.
- Ensured compliance with federal laws governing narcotics storage, record keeping practices.
- Prepared patient-specific medications according to physician orders and protocols.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all dispensed medications prior to release to patients.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to emergencies as needed.
- Assisted in updating patient care plans with medication changes and observations.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC05-2025
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem resolution
- Cultural awareness
- Time management
- First Aid/CPR
Certification
- Basic life support and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certified.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Respiratory Care Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Medicine Technician
Vienna Village Assisted Living
04.2020 - 08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Forsyth Technical Community College