KEYANNNA BENSON
McDonough,GA
Summary
Compassionate respiratory therapist with over five years of experience in critical care and patient education. Expertise in monitoring and adjusting treatment plans, ensuring adherence to protocols, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Currently a nursing student with hands-on clinical training across medical-surgical, pediatric neurology, maternal-newborn, and cardiac step-down units.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, GA
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by the care team.
- Provided designated family members with updated information on the progress and treatment of patients in critical care units.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville, Ga
12.2017 - 05.2024
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety standards.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapeutic techniques to enhance self-management skills.
- Perform cardiopulmonary evaluations and respiratory therapy treatments, which include acquiring, analyzing and interpreting clinical and diagnostic information to better treat and manage patients
- Successfully manage and operate ventilators in the acute care setting for both short and long-term mechanically ventilated adult patients
- Collaborated with Medical Director to address problems such as improving education for the department and over all morale of the RT department
- Assembling, maintaining, and calibrating respiratory therapy equipment
- Educating patients on lung health and the proper use of inhalers and inhalation devices
- Collaborated with the management team to host Myasthenia Gravis guest speaker lunch and learn, as well off campus activities such as volunteer work with Medshare, a humanitarian aid organization
- Developed strong communication skills with the medical team
- Helped to educate and train Respiratory tech employees on how to perform tasks such as ventilator management and clinical assessment skills.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
AMN Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments for diverse patient populations in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored and interpreted patient vital signs, adjusting treatment protocols as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory disease management and home therapy techniques.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing
Shawnee, KS
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by the care team.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Operated and maintained advanced respiratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-2018
Skills
- EPIC, Cerner
- Ventilator management
- Endotracheal intubation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Cardiac monitoring & drips
- IV therapy & central line care
- Medication administration
- Patient education & care planning
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Critical Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Team collaboration
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS, American Heart Association - 12/2027
- BLS, American Heart Association - 12/2027
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Emory University Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
AMN Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing
11.2020 - 12.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
12.2017 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Georgia State University
Clinical Placement
Senior Practicum – Cardiac Step-Down Unit Maternity & NICU Clinical Rotation Pediatric Neurology Clinical Rotation Medical-Surgical Clinical Rotation (Cardiac Focus)
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
May 2026 – Aug 2026
- Provided advanced patient care for cardiac step-down patients under an RN preceptor
- Managed complex cardiac conditions and monitored telemetry rhythms
- Assisted with titration of cardiac drips and post-procedural care
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
Northside Hospital Atlanta
Jan 2026 – Mar 2026
- Provided care for antepartum, postpartum mothers, and newborns under instructor supervision
- Assessed cervical dilation/effacement and monitored C-section incision sites
- Monitored Quantified Blood Loss (QBL) following vaginal and cesarean deliveries
- Administered medications and supported maternal-newborn bonding
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital
Aug 2025 – Oct 2025
- Delivered care to pediatric patients with neurological disorders
- Educated parents on disease processes, medications, and home care
- Administered oral medications safely
- Implemented atraumatic, family-centered care techniques
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
May 2025 – Aug 2025
- Provided patient care for individuals with cardiac disorders under a clinical instructor
- Performed patient assessments and developed care plans
- Administered medications and evaluated treatment effectiveness
- Gained hands-on experience with: Cardiac drip titration, IV therapy & central line management, Wound care, Urinary catheterization & bladder scanning,and Blood glucose monitoring