Laurie Hill
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented 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
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
CHI St Joseph College Station
08.2025 - Current
- Administering respiratory therapies ordered by attending physician.
- Attend and provide respiratory support for neonates at delivery and hospital care.
- Monitor and provide ventilatory support for neonates in Level III NICU and adults.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
- Respond to all emergency codes and provide respiratory support if needed.
- Supported maintenance and cleaning of respiratory equipment to ensure safety standards compliance.
- Aided physicians with various procedure ventilator management, and intubations.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatments by developing strong rapport and addressing concerns promptly.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Administered respiratory therapies in acute setting for pediatric patients.
- Provided respiratory support for chronic total care patients i.e. home ventilators, Bipap, Cough assist, CPT, and Vest.
- Provide continuous nebulizers for exacerbated asthma patients.
- Observed patient responses to treatments, r following set protocols and notifying doctors of progress.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Promoted a positive working environment by demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and respect for colleagues and patients alike.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Oklahoma Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators, HFJV and HFOV to deliver airway management.
- Manage patients on NITRIC and ECMO support in a LEVEL IV NICU.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Contributed to improved patient satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate and empathetic care throughout the treatment process.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
CHI St Luke's Health Brazosport Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Respond to all emergency codes and provide CPR nd respiratory support as needed.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- 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.
- Maximized equipment utilization by maintaining regular maintenance schedules for all respiratory therapy devices.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- 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.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
CHI Lakeside Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- 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.
- Administered Veletri for ICU patients.
- Maximized equipment utilization by maintaining regular maintenance schedules for all respiratory therapy devices.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Nebraska Medicine
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed ventilator support for critically patients in adult CVICU, Neuro ICU and,pediatric ICU and Level III NICU.
- Managed patients on HFOV and INO in NICU.
- Administered inhaled Veletri (epoprostenol)for adult patient sis ICU.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Children's Health Children's Med Ctr Dallas
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by educating families on home care techniques and importance of medication adherence in pediatric rehab and ICU setting.
- Increased patient comfort with compassionate care and effective communication, ensuring understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring access to latest therapeutic options and support services.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- 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.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments in diverse clinical settings, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Manage ventilators in pediatric ICU and Cardiac unit.
- Manage patients on ECMO and INO.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status, adjusting interventions based on critical observations and clinical guidelines.
- Conducted assessments of patients' respiratory conditions using diagnostic tools to ensure accurate treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient-centered care, consistently prioritizing safety, dignity, and well-being of patients in all interactions.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Hospital Children's
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patient needs.
- Attended deliveries of neonates, managed respiratory support per NRP guidelines, managed ventilator support and other appropriate modalities.
- Managed post operative cardiac and general surgery patients in NICU and PICU on respiratory support.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as;ventilator management, intubations and extubation.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning and execution.
- Managed ventilator and provided tracheostomy care for pediatric ventilator dependant patients in the Transitional ICU.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis.
- 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.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and reporting them to medical doctor.
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Travel Respiratory Therapist-COVID
Wayne Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with diverse pulmonary conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient responses to therapy, adjusting interventions as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis.
- Assisted with intubations and prone positioning of intubated COVID patients.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Nationwide Children's
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory techniques and equipment usage to promote better health outcomes.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education seminars and conferences relevant to the field of Respiratory Therapy.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Managed ventilators for pediatric medical and Trauma ICU.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory techniques and equipment usage to promote better health outcomes.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient 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.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning and execution.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patient needs.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Kettering Troy Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Monitored patients' respiratory status, adjusting interventions based on critical observations and clinical guidelines.
- Assigned to Emergency room serving small community and diverse ages.
- Performed blood gas analysis, EKGs, venous draws, splint applications, nebulizer treatments and assist with intubations.
- Conducted assessments of patients' respiratory conditions using diagnostic tools to ensure accurate treatment plans.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education seminars and conferences relevant to the field of Respiratory Therapy.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Educated patients and families on various respiratory disorders, empowering them with knowledge for better self management.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
- Applied critical thinking skills to problem solve complex respiratory situations, contributing to more efficient and effective treatment strategies.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of ongoing respiratory treatments and progress notes within electronic health records systems.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Promoted a positive working environment by demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and respect for colleagues and patients alike.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory techniques and equipment usage to promote better health outcomes.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assessed and provided care per the Asthma and bronchiolitis protocols.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Woman's Hospital of Texas
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis in a Level III NICU.
- Attended deliveries and managed any ventilation support for neonates.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments in diverse clinical settings, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Performed regular diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, contributing valuable data to inform clinical decisions.
- Assigned to Level III NICU and ER.
- Managed HFJV, HFOV, conventional ventilators and INO.
- Attended at risk deliveries and provided any ventilation support needed.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks and ensured proper functioning, thereby minimizing the risk of malfunctions during patient care.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Aided physicians with various procedures, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Responded to emergency codes and immediately initiated treatment.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status, adjusting interventions based on critical observations and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Corpus Christi Medical Center -Bay Area Hospital
09.2006 - 04.2017
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted with bronchoscopies in adult population.
- Managed ventilators, intubations and oxygen support for adult patients
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assigned to NICU Level III, managed HFOV, INO and conventional ventilators.
- Assessed and managed neonates on high flow cannulas , SiPap and other oxygen devices.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Supported maintenance and cleaning of respiratory equipment to ensure safety standards compliance.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
- 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.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours for complex deliveries and immediately initiated treatment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXHigh School Diploma -
Mary Carroll High School
Corpus Christi, TX05-1978
Skills
- Expertise in advanced airway management
- Pulmonary hygiene practices
- Tracheostomy management
- BLS,ACLS,PALS,and NRP certified and current
- NPS certified through NBRC
- Advanced mechanical ventilation
- Oxygen therapy
- NICU experience
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient
- Equipment cleaning
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Medical terminology
- Patient care documentation
Certification
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- Texas Licensed Respiratory Care Practioner - since 2006.
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Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
CHI St Joseph College Station
08.2025 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital
12.2024 - 08.2025
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Oklahoma Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 11.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
CHI St Luke's Health Brazosport Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
CHI Lakeside Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Nebraska Medicine
05.2023 - 11.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Children's Health Children's Med Ctr Dallas
11.2022 - 05.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
02.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Hospital Children's
08.2021 - 02.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC
09.2020 - 07.2021
Travel Respiratory Therapist-COVID
Wayne Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2020
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Nationwide Children's
03.2020 - 06.2020
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC
12.2019 - 02.2020
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Kettering Troy Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2019
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital, TMC
11.2018 - 05.2019
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Woman's Hospital of Texas
08.2018 - 11.2018
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2018
Respiratory Therapist
HCA Corpus Christi Medical Center -Bay Area Hospital
09.2006 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Del Mar College
High School Diploma -
Mary Carroll High School
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