Kimberly Negrelli
Erlanger
Summary
Healthcare professional skilled in respiratory therapy and patient care techniques. Proven ability to provide therapeutic interventions and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring patient needs are met with precision and compassion. Proficient in ventilator management and respiratory assessments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UCMC Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
05.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments for patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responses to therapy, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and device usage for optimal outcomes.
- Performed routine maintenance on ventilators and other respiratory equipment to ensure functionality.
- Led workshops on advanced respiratory therapies, improving team knowledge and patient care strategies.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Respiratory Therapy Student
UCMC Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in patient assessments to determine respiratory therapy needs.
- Administered prescribed treatments under supervision of licensed therapists.
- Monitored patients' responses to therapy, documenting changes accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
- Maintained equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Maintained accurate documentation of respiratory therapy treatments administered, ensuring effective communication among the healthcare team and facilitating continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health and treatment options.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
Respiratory Therapist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted in training new staff on best practices in respiratory care techniques and protocols.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction rates.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Certified Nurse Assistant/STNA
Cincinnati Childrens Hospital
12.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during medical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Supported nursing team with administrative tasks, maintaining accurate patient records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Trained new staff on patient handling techniques and hospital policies.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by streamlining communication between departments.
- Served as a mentor for new CNAs during their orientation period, sharing valuable insights from personal experience while fostering teamwork within the unit.
Certified Nurse Assistant/STNA
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided peri-care from incontinence, feeding & bathing
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff
- Took and recorded patients’ temperature, pulse and blood pressure
- Monitored for skin breakdown and repositioning of patients and trained to use multiple lifts
- Assisted with Abduction and adduction exercises for mobility
Medical Assistant
UC Health-Barrett Cancer Center
Cincinnati, OH
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Supported training of new staff in operational procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
Medical Assistant
St. Elizabeth Physicians-Independence Location
Independence, KY
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted with patient intake, recording vital signs and medical history efficiently.
- Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patient visits.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated referrals to streamline patient flow.
- Administered medications and performed basic lab tests accurately under physician supervision.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions to enhance understanding.
- Managed electronic health records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Medical Assistant
UC Health Sleep Center
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Shift management with sleep area
- Insurance and prior authorization leader
- Assisted providers with daily tasks of management of co-workers
- Assisted with pulmonary clinic and treatments of cardiopulmonary diseases
- APAP, CPAP, BIPAP training and education for employees and patient
Medical Assistant
Advance Pain Treatment Center
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Office Lead in Procedures
- Front Office Coordinator
- Assisting provider in patient care and rooming
- Collected urine sample and for USD screening for pain management medications
- Collected data from OARRS, INSPECT and KASPER for Ohio, Indiana, and KY.
Education
Associates of RT Degree -
Cincinnati State College
Cincinnati, OH02.2026
Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Beckfield College
Florence, KY05.2013
Skills
- Epic (10 years)
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient education
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Medication administration
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Physical assessments
- Intubation
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Home care planning
- Mechanical ventilation management
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UCMC Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
05.2025 - 10.2025
Respiratory Therapy Student
UCMC Medical Center
05.2024 - 05.2025
Certified Nurse Assistant/STNA
Cincinnati Childrens Hospital
12.2021 - 05.2025
Certified Nurse Assistant/STNA
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Assistant
UC Health-Barrett Cancer Center
05.2018 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
St. Elizabeth Physicians-Independence Location
02.2016 - 05.2018
Medical Assistant
UC Health Sleep Center
02.2015 - 02.2016
Medical Assistant
Advance Pain Treatment Center
01.2013 - 02.2015
Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Beckfield College
Associates of RT Degree -
Cincinnati State College