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LISA M. HORTON

LISA M. HORTON

Williamson,WV

Summary

Energetic and motivated Registered Respiratory Therapist with 33+ years of experience with excellent knowledge in various respiratory therapy skills, duties, performance, leadership, and time management with a focus on achieving high quality patient care. Known well for being a team leader, a team player, a proactive problem solver, a mentor to others, effectively communicating well among my peers, and striving to deliver the utmost care to my patients and my community. Currently Seeking Advancement into a Director position at Logan Regional Medical Center.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director Of Respiratory Therapy

Logan Regional Medical Center
Logan
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage across departments.
  • Coordinated training programs for new employees and ongoing staff development initiatives.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental communication to enhance patient care delivery.
  • Oversaw daily workflow by assigning tasks, tracking progress, and providing necessary assistance.
  • Supervised recruitment process, including candidate interviews, hiring decisions, and onboarding.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations among all personnel at all times.
  • Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
  • Organized team meetings to discuss progress and address challenges effectively.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

ARH Advanced Care Big Sandy-Long Term Acute Care
South Williamson
04.2022 - Current
  • Administered respiratory therapies for patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Developed individualized care plans based on assessments and physician orders.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Set up and managed mechanical ventilators, performing critical care tasks.
  • Maintained patient airways through endotracheal intubation.
  • Coordinated patient care by engaging with patients, families, and physicians.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Logan Regional Medical Center
Logan
01.1993 - Current
  • Delivered oxygen therapies using devices such as nasal cannulas and venturi masks.
  • Administered aerosol therapy and medications via nebulizers and trach collars.
  • Executed bronchopulmonary hygiene techniques including chest percussion and airway suctioning.
  • Assisted with mechanical ventilation tasks, including intubation and extubation procedures.
  • Applied noninvasive ventilation methods like CPAP and BiPAP to support patients.
  • Performed arterial blood gas analyses through puncture or arterial line sampling.
  • Supervised respiratory department by preparing schedules and conducting staff evaluations.
  • Conducted comprehensive sleep disorder evaluations as a polysomnographic technician.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville
02.2005 - 12.2005
  • Performed General floor therapy including oxygen setups, aerosol deliveries, pulse oximetry monitoring, and chest therapy
  • Performed setup, maintenance, monitoring, and weaning of patients requiring mechanical ventilation
  • Performed any and all respiratory related skills in a fast paced emergency room setting
  • Obtained and analyzed arterial blood gas samples

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mohammed Ranavaya Medical Consultant Black Lung Clinic
Chapmanville
03.1994 - 09.1996
  • Beside Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Arterial Blood Gas Sampling and Analysis
  • 12 Lead Electrocardiogram Tracing
  • Obtaining patient history, vital signs, and medication list information

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Willliamson Memorial Hospital
Williamson
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Provided oxygen therapy based on patients need and testing results to include devices such as nasal cannulas, venturi mask, simple mask, non-rebreather mask
  • Delivered aerosol therapy and respiratory medication to all ages pediatric to geriatric
  • Assisted with mechanical ventilation, setup, monitoring, and weaning
  • Performed 12 Lead Electrocardiogram tracings
  • Transported patients to areas of need by assisting and supplying oxygen therapy via ambu bag or tank device
  • Performed daily controls and documentation of respiratory machines and office supply ordering
  • Obtained and analyzed arterial blood gas samples

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Respiratory Therapy

Californa College for Health Science
Clovis, CA
01.1994

Certified Respiratory Therapist -

Mayo Vocational and Technical Career College
Paintsville, KY
01.1993

Skills

  • Team-oriented approach
  • Strong work ethic
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Resilience
  • Leadership abilities
  • Productivity
  • Recruitment and hiring expertise
  • Staff management

Certification

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Current
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Current
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS), Current

Cover Letter

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am very interested in the Director position with your team and believe that I would be an excellent fit and asset to this title.  I bring knowledge of medical processes and ability to expertly handle patient needs and other support tasks. Furthermore, with my teamwork mentality and dedication, and supervising skills,  I would consistently go beyond requirements to exceed expectations. I am a focused professional who has been consistently praised as hard-working by my co-workers and management. Over the course of my 33-year career, I've developed a skill set directly relevant to the Registered Respiratory Therapist role you are hiring for, as a manager. Overall, I have consistently demonstrated teamwork, leadership and multitasking abilities in every aspect of my registered respiratory therapist role at Logan Regional Medical Center, and I invite you to review my detailed achievements in the attached resume. After reviewing my resume, I hope you will agree that I am the type of competent and competitive candidate you are looking for. I look forward to elaborating on how my specific skills and abilities will benefit your organization. Please contact me at 1-304-601-9741 or via email at lwilliamson73@gmail.com to arrange for a convenient meeting time. Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Timeline

Assistant Director Of Respiratory Therapy

Logan Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

ARH Advanced Care Big Sandy-Long Term Acute Care
04.2022 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Pikeville Medical Center
02.2005 - 12.2005

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mohammed Ranavaya Medical Consultant Black Lung Clinic
03.1994 - 09.1996

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Logan Regional Medical Center
01.1993 - Current

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Willliamson Memorial Hospital
01.1993 - 01.1994

Associate of Science - Registered Respiratory Therapy

Californa College for Health Science

Certified Respiratory Therapist -

Mayo Vocational and Technical Career College
LISA M. HORTON