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Krysten Beech

Krysten Beech

Ellisville,MS

Summary

Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at UMMC Children’s, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective ventilator support and bronchial hygiene techniques. Recognized for exceptional bedside manner and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

UMMC Children’s
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in administering respiratory therapy treatments under supervision.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Prepared equipment for use in respiratory procedures and therapies.
  • Educated patients on proper inhaler techniques and breathing exercises.
  • 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.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • 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.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

EKG Technician

Merritt Health Wesley
01.2021 - 08.2024
  • Assisted in administering respiratory therapy treatments under supervision.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Prepared equipment for use in respiratory procedures and therapies.
  • Educated patients on proper inhaler techniques and breathing exercises.
  • 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.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • 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.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

Education

Respiratory Therapy -

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS

Associate Of Arts - General Studies

Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS
05.2019

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Patient education
  • Respiratory care protocols
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Medication administration
  • Bronchial hygiene techniques
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Patient care documentation
  • Equipment setup
  • Pediatric respiratory care
  • Apnea testing

Certification

CRT

RRT

ACLS

PALS

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

UMMC Children’s
01.2025 - Current

EKG Technician

Merritt Health Wesley
01.2021 - 08.2024

Respiratory Therapy -

Pearl River Community College

Associate Of Arts - General Studies

Jones County Junior College

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