Leslie T Orr
Marion,IA
Summary
Skilled Respiratory Therapist with a focus on patient monitoring and emergency response. Expertise in delivering targeted respiratory treatments and thorough documentation of patient progress. Dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective teamwork and communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Jones Regional Medical Center
Anamosa, Iowa
07.2022 - Current
- Administered oxygen therapy and nebulization treatments to enhance respiratory health.
- Monitored respiratory status, adjusting treatments based on patient needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to formulate effective patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emergency care, including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary.
Respiratory Therapist
Unitypoint at home
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.2013 - Current
- Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Set up CPAP and BiPAP according to the written order.
- Educated the patient on how to maintain and clean home equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapist
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2012
Skills
- Oxygen therapy and nebulization
- Electronic health records management
- Respiratory equipment maintenance
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient care planning and education
- Team collaboration and communication
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Tracheostomy and airway management
- Neonatal intensive care expertise
Certification
ACLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Jones Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Unitypoint at home
03.2013 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapist
Kirkwood Community College