KRISTIE BUTTERFIELD
Bismarck,United States
Summary
Respiratory Therapist with experience across Adult ICU, ED,NICU Level II-III and L&D, critical care ventilation, home respiratory device setup, and patient education. Demonstrates strong clinical judgement and interdisciplinary coordination with detailed documentation to support continuity of care and to improve adherence and outcomes for patients.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Durable Medical Equipment Specialist
Great Plains Restorative Services
12.2023 - Current
- Trained patients on CPAP and oxygen concentrator use, reducing follow-up troubleshooting visits by measurable amounts.
- Diagnose and resolve home respiratory device issues during visits to restore therapy within hours.
- Document patient education and device settings to support continuity of care across clinicians.
- Coordinate device delivery and setup to ensure timely access to respiratory therapy for patients.
- Provided compassionate patient education on respiratory devices, enhancing user confidence and adherence to treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress through detailed assessments, enabling tailored interventions that improved overall respiratory health outcomes.
- Fostered patient relationships through compassionate education on respiratory devices, boosting user confidence and adherence to treatment plans.
Respiratory Therapist III
Overlake Medical Center
12.2018 - 12.2023
- Adult ICU, ED, general floor therapy
- Dedicated NICU Level III and L&D RT 2020 - 2023
- Monitored patient progress through detailed assessments, enabling timely adjustments to treatment plans and enhancing clinical outcomes.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, fostering improved communication and patient-centered care.
Respiratory Therapist
Northwest Hospital & Medical Center
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Adult ICU, ER, general floors, newborn deliveries, NICU Level II
Respiratory Therapist I
Seattle Children's Hospital
12.2017 - 02.2019
- NICU, PICU, CICU and general acute care floors.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sutter Maternity & Surgery Birth Center
04.2009 - 12.2017
- General respiratory care for adults and newborn stabilization, NICU Level I
Respiratory Therapist III
Dominican Hospital
10.2002 - 12.2017
- NICU Level III, NICU transport team, adult ICU, ED, relief charge therapist, preceptor.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Club Staffing
07.2001 - 11.2002
- Assignments completed in Detroit Lakes MN, Colorado Springs CO, Santa Cruz CA, and Alameda CA
Travel Respiratory Therapist
American Mobile Healthcare
07.2000 - 07.2001
- Assignment completed in Santa Cruz, CA
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Cross Country Staffing
02.1996 - 07.2000
- Assignments completed in Scottsdale AZ, St. Thomas USVI, Huntsville AL, Atlantis FL, and Panama City FL
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Regions Hospital
05.1995 - 02.1996
- Critical respiratory therapist that crossed trained in hemodynamic monitoring, phlebotomy, and IV insertion.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND, USA01.1995
Certificate of Respiratory Care - undefined
North Dakota State School of Respiratory Care
Bismarck, ND, USA01.1995
Skills
- Clinical Judgment (Experienced), Problem Resolution (Skillful), Caregiver Education, Patient Care Documentation, Positive Attitude, Team Collaboration, Patient Advocacy, Advanced Airway Management
- HIPAA compliance
Affiliations
American Association of Respiratory Care
National Board of Respiratory Care
Certification
RCP - Currently licensed in North Dakota
RRT - Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist
NPS - Credentialed Neonatal Pediatric Specialist
Timeline
Durable Medical Equipment Specialist
Great Plains Restorative Services
12.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist III
Overlake Medical Center
12.2018 - 12.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Northwest Hospital & Medical Center
08.2018 - 08.2020
Respiratory Therapist I
Seattle Children's Hospital
12.2017 - 02.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sutter Maternity & Surgery Birth Center
04.2009 - 12.2017
Respiratory Therapist III
Dominican Hospital
10.2002 - 12.2017
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Club Staffing
07.2001 - 11.2002
Travel Respiratory Therapist
American Mobile Healthcare
07.2000 - 07.2001
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Cross Country Staffing
02.1996 - 07.2000
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Regions Hospital
05.1995 - 02.1996
Certificate of Respiratory Care - undefined
North Dakota State School of Respiratory Care
Bachelor of Science -
University of Mary