Leslie Williams
Jefferson,NC
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Ashe Memorial Hospital, adept in airway management and patient education. Demonstrated success in improving patient lung function and providing critical emergency care. Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative care plans and skilled administration of respiratory therapies.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Valley Nursing and Rehab
Taylorsville, NC
05.2020 - 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.
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
Respiratory Therapist
Ashe Memorial Hospital
Jefferson, NC
01.1994 - 05.2020
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
Education
Associate Of Science - Respiratory Therapy
California College For Health Sciences
San Diego, CA05.1997
Skills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medication Administration
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment Setup
- Medical record documentation
- Emergency medical care
- Intubation
- Emergency Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Valley Nursing and Rehab
05.2020 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Ashe Memorial Hospital
01.1994 - 05.2020
Associate Of Science - Respiratory Therapy
California College For Health Sciences