Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
AHN Pulmonary & Critical Care
01.2018 - Current
Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Conducted tests such as Ambulatory Walk Tests.
Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Passavant Hospital
09.1998 - 11.2019
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient 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 antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Disorders, PACertified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Disorders, PA