Lois Capps

took temp. assignments in various places.

adapted quickly to new environments

learned new computer systems/documentation quickly.

• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
• Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
• Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
• Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
• Provided emergency care to patients.
• Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
• Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
• Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
• Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
• Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.