LaDana Jones
Crawfordville,FL
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Capital Medical Surgical
Tallahassee, FL
02.2016 - Current
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records as well as document and monitor compliance for CPAP therapy
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients in the home settings, Trilogy and Airvo
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Provided designated family members with updated information on progress and treatment of patients in the home settings
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Conduct compliance reports for CPAP/BIPAP setups
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Educate patient and family on maintenance, setup, and use of CPAP/Bipap/Trilogy/Airvo. Fit patient appropriately with CPAP mask.
Organ Procurement Coordinator
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
10.2011 - Current
- Updated patients' charts in electronic medical records with encounter information, prescriber notes and orders.
- Completed thorough assessments to understand current patient conditions and develop diagnoses.
- Ran successful practice with robust patient load and high satisfaction scores due to quality of care.
- Facility patients care of advanced treatment to maximize the organ donation gift
- Ordered diagnostic tests to assess organ viability
- Devised treatment plans for disorders involving cardiovascular, endocrine and other internal systems to optimize the donation process.
- Prescribed medications such as antibiotics and topical ointments for different issues.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
09.2006 - 10.2011
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Provided designated family members with updated information on progress and treatment of patients in critical care unit.
- 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.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Total Homecare
Tallahassee, FL
04.2005 - 09.2008
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Instruct patient on the use, maintenance, and setup of the CPAP/Bipap, apnea monitors, O2 with concentrator and tanks.
Respiratory Therapist-CRT
Kennestone Medical Center
Marietta, GA
05.2003 - 08.2005
- 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.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.- ABG
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cardiopulmonary Science
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL05.2003
Skills
- Diagnostic Tools
- Physical Assessment
- MS Office Proficiency
- Emergency Medical Care
- Acute Illness
- EMR Systems
- Medication Administration
- Respiratory Medical Equipment
- Arterial Punctures
- Outpatient Care
- Breathing Exercises
- Dosage Calculation
- Patient Care Documentation
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Care Plan Management
- Ventilator Management
- Metered Dose Inhalers
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Bronchopulmonary Drainage
- Patient Health Information Access
- Blood Chemistry Changes
- Creative Solutions
- Appointment Scheduling
- Tracheotomy Equipment
- Tracheostomy Care
- Oxygen Therapy
- Blood Gas Analysis
- Pulse Oximetry
- Reading Comprehension
- Endotracheal Tubes
- Creative Thinking
- Customer Satisfaction
- Patient Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Equipment Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Bronchodilators
- Intubation
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Capital Medical Surgical
02.2016 - Current
Organ Procurement Coordinator
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2011 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2006 - 10.2011
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Total Homecare
04.2005 - 09.2008
Respiratory Therapist-CRT
Kennestone Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Cardiopulmonary Science
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University