Kellie Schwab
Excelsior Springs,MO
Summary
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
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time
Ray County Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - Current
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Streamlined department workflow, optimizing staff scheduling to ensure continuous coverage of all essential respiratory therapy services.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for the Respiratory Therapy Department, achieving cost savings while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Spearheaded quality assurance initiatives, achieving consistent adherence to safety guidelines.
Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN
Excelsior Springs Hospital
11.2019 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with diverse respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and documented changes in health status accurately.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs
Registered Respiratory Therapist
VA MEDICAL CENTER
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to diverse patient populations with varying medical conditions.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Trach care
Respiratory Therapist
Liberty Hospital
01.2010 - 09.2014
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory
Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO09-2009
Skills
- Arterial blood gas interpretation
- Airway assessment
- Tracheostomy management
- Non-invasive respiratory support
- Proficient in CPAP management
- Proficient in respiratory therapies
- Oxygen administration
- Collaborative clinical decision making
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare
12.2022 - 04.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN
Excelsior Springs Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time
Ray County Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
VA MEDICAL CENTER
08.2015 - 04.2019
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred
10.2014 - 11.2015
Respiratory Therapist
Liberty Hospital
01.2010 - 09.2014
Associate of Science - Respiratory
Concorde Career College
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