Lisa Spencer
Portland,TX
Summary
Dynamic Certified Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Driscoll Children's Hospital, excelling in ventilator management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective airway management and compassionate care. Strong team collaboration and communication skills foster a positive healthcare environment, ensuring safety and comfort for pediatric patients. I have 37 years of experience and I currently have NPS, NRP and PALS certifications.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Corpus Christi, Texas
10.2000 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies under supervision, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs and oxygen levels during treatment sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of respiratory therapy equipment as per guidelines.
- Participated in training programs to enhance knowledge of respiratory care practices.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge in the field of respiratory therapy through continuous professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, or certifications renewals.
- Enhanced patient experience during aerosol treatments by demonstrating proper technique while ensuring they are comfortable throughout the process.
- Facilitated timely weaning from mechanical ventilation by closely monitoring vital signs, blood gas results, and overall readiness for extubation.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing education on the proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- Elevated patient satisfaction rates by promptly addressing concerns, answering questions, and delivering exceptional bedside manner.
- Optimized ventilator management by assessing patient needs and making necessary adjustments based on clinical findings.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering prescribed respiratory therapy treatments and monitoring patient responses.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes in high-stress situations, such as acute respiratory distress or cardiopulmonary arrest, by providing quick and effective interventions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in staff meetings, sharing valuable insights, and promoting open communication among colleagues.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control policies and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Education
Certificate in Respiratory Therapy -
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX12-1987
Skills
- Aerosol therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory care protocols
- Bronchial hygiene
- Airway management
- Noninvasive ventilation
- Quality improvement
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Tracheostomy care
- Pediatric care
- Oxygen therapy
- Neonatal care
- Ventilator management
- Patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient education
- Caring bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Medication administration
- Patient care documentation
- Patient instruction
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient advocacy
- Patient needs assessment
- Treatment administration
- Practice improvement
- Pulse oximetry
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Patient and caregiver education
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 3 co-workers in the development of updating and revising the Driscoll Tracheostomy Book.
Affiliations
- member of the NBRC and AARC
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- NPS - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Driscoll Children's Hospital
10.2000 - Current
Certificate in Respiratory Therapy -
Del Mar College