Lauren Reedy
North Smithfield
Summary
Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Roger William Medical Center, skilled in airway management and ventilator management. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and education. Adept at implementing quality improvement initiatives, fostering patient self-care, and delivering emergency medical care in critical situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Roger William Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments for patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored and assessed patient responses to therapies, adjusting interventions as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery within the department.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- 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.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapist
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05-2017
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Ventilator management
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Emergency medical care
- Intubation
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island
02.2021 - 03.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Roger William Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapist
Community College of Rhode Island