LATRISHA ROBINSON WILLIAMS
BASTROP
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with strong skills in airway management, patient education, and ventilator management. Proven ability to deliver emergency medical care and improve patient outcomes. Experienced Respiratory Therapist with a focus on developing comprehensive care plans. Expertise in team collaboration, strong clinical judgment, and patient education, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective respiratory care. Compassionate professional skilled in respiratory therapy and emergency medical care. Known for strong teamwork and clinical judgment, dedicated to educating patients and families for improved health outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
LHC Group/ PRIORITY HEALTH GROUP
Monroe, LA
04.2018 - Current
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
Respiratory Therapist
Morehouse General Hospital
Bastrop, LA
11.2017 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance and checks on respiratory equipment for safety compliance.
- Documented patient progress and responses to treatments accurately in electronic records.
- Provided emergency respiratory support in critical situations, ensuring immediate care delivery.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
Respiratory Therapist
Ashley County Medical Center
Crossett, AR
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and oxygen levels for optimal care.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - RESPIRATORY THERAPY
CAREER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Monroe, LA08-2011
High School Diploma -
BASTROP HIGH SCHOOL
Bastrop, LA05-1993
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
- Caring bedside manner
- Equipment setup
- Medical record documentation
- Physical assessments
- Treatment administration
- End-of-life care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient instruction
- Emergency medical care
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Intubation
- Equipment cleaning
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Care planning
- Sleep disorder treatment
- Home care planning
- Practice improvement
- Ventilator management
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Pulse oximetry
- Oxygen therapy
- Patient and caregiver education
- Drug administration trained
- Blood gas analysis
- Reporting and documentation
- Time management
- Emergency care
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Certified respiratory therapist (CRT)
- CPR/AED
- Patient support
- Multitasking
- Treatment Planning
- Initial trauma life support
- Analytical thinking
- Pediatric basic trauma life support
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
LHC Group/ PRIORITY HEALTH GROUP
04.2018 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Morehouse General Hospital
11.2017 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Ashley County Medical Center
09.2016 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - RESPIRATORY THERAPY
CAREER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
BASTROP HIGH SCHOOL