Kristin Magruder
Clarence,Missouri
Summary
Confident and well-trained Registered Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory conditions/symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions both in person and remotely. Strengths include strong analytical abilities to evaluate patient needs, develop appropriate treatment plans, and adapt interventions based on patient responses. Contributed to improving patient outcomes through diligent application of advanced respiratory techniques and collaborative healthcare team engagement. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN
COMMUNITY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Moberly, MO
01.2019 - Current
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems, adjusting settings based on physician orders for optimal patient care.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory equipment and care techniques, empowering them to manage their health both in person and remotely.
- Trained new staff on respiratory therapy protocols and equipment usage, fostering knowledge transfer and team competency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient recovery outcomes.
- Maintained and calibrated respiratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards.
- Assessed patient progress during treatments, reporting results to healthcare professionals for further action.
- Secured prior authorization for necessary tests and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations. for tests and procedures, ensuring compliance with documentation and coding requirements.
- Monitored authorizations to maintain validity during procedures.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
Macon, MO
06.2014 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted therapies.
- Educated patients on respiratory health and proper equipment use.
- Administered nebulizer treatments, DPI, MDI, and oxygen therapy as required by patient care protocols.
- Executed respiratory therapy tasks, including EKGs, Holter monitoring, and mechanical ventilation management, ensuring adherence to patient care protocols.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance to support patient treatment outcomes.
- Performed quality control checks on equipment and conducted pulse oximetry monitoring.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Documented patient progress and therapy outcomes in electronic records.
- Secured prior authorizations for tests and procedures, ensuring compliance with documentation and coding requirements.
- Communicated effectively with insurance companies through phone and online platforms.
- Monitored authorization status to ensure validity on procedure dates, making necessary adjustments.
- Coordinated with providers to secure supporting documents for prior authorizations, facilitating timely patient care.
- Ensured efficient office operations through task management for efficient office operations. such as inventory management and equipment setup.
Lead Respiratory Therapist
ADVANCED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Macon, MO
10.2018 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented respiratory care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate respiratory conditions and needs.
- Initiated CPAP/BiPAP therapy for new and existing patients; fitted NIV masks; advised on home therapy issues; set up home ventilators; conducted monthly checks and maintenance; monitored patients remotely and in-office; communicated effectively with patients, office staff, and physicians; reported issues and suggested therapy changes; ordered supplies; wrote policies and procedures; utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Macintosh programs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and refine patient treatment strategies, improving overall care quality.
- Educated patients on respiratory health and effective equipment use, enhancing their self-management of conditions.
- Provided education to patients on proper use of medical equipment and techniques for managing their conditions.
- Monitored patients remotely and in office while maintaining clear communication with staff and physicians.
- Performed monthly checks and maintenance on home ventilators, troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance checks.
- Utilized ResMed and Respironics software for monitoring equipment performance. Have also worked with other companies and am open to learning new equipment/resources.
- Obtained prior authorization for various tests/procedures. Ensuring we had all documents, orders, correct ICD-10 codes and authorization approvals before patient was scheduled. Proficient in communicating with insurance companies via phone or utilizing multiple insurance websites.
- Utilized various Microsoft programs to enhance productivity and streamline tasks.
- Reported issues and suggested therapy changes to physicians' offices; ordered supplies as needed.
- Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and various Macintosh programs proficiently.
Education
Associates Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Hannibal LaGrange University
Hannibal, Mo08-2012
High School Diploma -
SOUTH SHELBY HIGH SCHOOL
Shelbina, Mo05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Respiratory care expertise
- Patient assessment
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical ventilation
- Authorization procedures
- Care coordination
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Remote assistance
- Patient education
- Respiratory therapy protocols
- Electronic health records
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Time management
References
- Charlotte Winters, CRT, Certified Respiratory Therapist, 573-822-6018
- Gerri Lewis, RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Moberly Regional Medical Center, 660-269-3280
- Gwen Berg, RN, Hannibal Regional Hospital, 970-946-0915
Certification
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri - 2012
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN
COMMUNITY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
01.2019 - Current
Lead Respiratory Therapist
ADVANCED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
10.2018 - 01.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
06.2014 - Current
Associates Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Hannibal LaGrange University
High School Diploma -
SOUTH SHELBY HIGH SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University