Laura Bragg
Haymarket,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable Respiratory Therapist with experience at UVA Health Prince William Hospital, with strong foundation in respiratory therapy care and patient management. Effectively provided acute and chronic respiratory support, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in ventilator management and patient education.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
UVA Health Prince William Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Respiratory Therapist
Inova Fairfax Hospital
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Clerk
Giant Food Stores
12.2011 - 05.2022
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to staff.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Ensured store compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and local laws governing retail operations.
- Arranged food items in display cases and retail areas for purchase.
- Implemented effective markdown strategies for clearance items, maximizing profitability while maintaining a fresh retail environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-2018
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
UVA Health Prince William Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Inova Fairfax Hospital
07.2020 - 07.2022
Clerk
Giant Food Stores
12.2011 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
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