Kristina Wright
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Deerfield Beach,FL
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care in hospital settings. Specializes in working with pediatric patients with congenital lung conditions, asthma, and traumatic pulmonary conditions, as well as adult and geriatric patients facing pulmonary issues. Skilled in treating chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and bronchitis, utilizing innovative treatment approaches to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Possesses excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills. Collaborates effectively with the full medical team and excels at educating patients and team members on respiratory treatment administration techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Health System
Miami, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
- Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Required to work throughout the South Broward Hospital District in various nursing units treating a diverse range of patients under changing circumstances and challenges in different settings.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
JACKSON MEMORIAL Hospital
Miami, FL
2 2020 - 08.2023
- Sets up, assesses and monitors patients on ventilator or oxygenation support
- Obtains and analyzes arterial, pulmonary artery, venous or capillary blood samples for blood gas determinations when approved and ordered
- Administers bronchial hygiene therapy via percussion & vibration, postural drainage, coughing, suctioning, and PEP mask therapy
- Communicates openly and freely with physician and nursing staff to maintain or improve the quality of processes or outcome
- Documents completely and accurately data obtained from assessment and monitoring of patients, equipment, and alarm settings
- Performs hemodynamic monitoring in areas, once trained, where therapists are authorized to do so
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Nicklaus Children Hospital
Miami, FL
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care
- Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition as appropriate
- Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices
- Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance
- Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment
- Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Equipment Tech
Nicklaus Children Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Ensures that all respiratory therapy equipment and supplies are clean, well-stocked and in proper condition
- Disassembles, cleans and reassembles all respiratory therapy equipment in accordance with the policy and procedure manual
- Stock and deliver equipment/supplies in their designated areas to contribute to an organized work environment
Education
AS Degree - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career Institute
Miramar, FL 01.2015 - 1 2017
Skills
Respiratory equipment setup
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Health System
08.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Nicklaus Children Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2022
Respiratory Equipment Tech
Nicklaus Children Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
AS Degree - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career Institute
01.2015 - 1 2017
Registered Respiratory Therapist
JACKSON MEMORIAL Hospital
2 2020 - 08.2023
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