KIm Schuepbach
Muskego,WI
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Aurora Lakeland Medical Center
Elkhorn, WI
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to evaluate treatment outcomes and make recommendations for additional care if needed.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
Respiratory Therapist
Froedtert Health
Milwaukee, WI
09.2006 - Current
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI07-2005
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Ventilator management
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Aurora Lakeland Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Froedtert Health
09.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Milwaukee Area Technical College