Kevin Johnson
Altamonte Springs,FL
Summary
Seasoned respiratory therapist with several years of experience in healthcare locations and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advent Health Dade
Dade City, Florida
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Assessing patient's respiratory status: Monitoring breathing rate, oxygen levels, and lung sounds to
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Conducted research into new methods of treating respiratory disorders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
AYA (TRAVELER) / Advent Health Dade
Dade City, FL
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
BAYCARE WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL
Winter Haven, FL
12.2008 - 03.2022
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions/ HCA FL LK MONROE
Sanford, Florida
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions/ HCA FL NW HOSP
Margate, Florida
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions / LARGO MEDICAL
Largo, Florida
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL05-2008
Associate of Arts - Technical Education
Utech, Ja
ST. Andrew06-1998
High School Diploma -
ST. JAGO HIGH SCHOOL
SAINT CATHERINE, JA08-1994
Skills
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Care Plan Management
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Oxygen therapy
- Patient Education
- Endotracheal intubation
- Airway Management
- Blood gas analysis
- Clinical Decision Making
- Patient Instruction
- Pulse oximetry
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advent Health Dade
07.2022 - 10.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
AYA (TRAVELER) / Advent Health Dade
03.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions/ HCA FL LK MONROE
09.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions/ HCA FL NW HOSP
06.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions / LARGO MEDICAL
11.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
BAYCARE WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL
12.2008 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Broward College
Associate of Arts - Technical Education
Utech, Ja
High School Diploma -
ST. JAGO HIGH SCHOOL
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