LOIS BRANDON
Highly experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with 21 years of progressive clinical and leadership experience across acute care, critical care, cardiopulmonary services, and healthcare operations. Career progression includes serving as a Lead Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Coordinator, and Director of Cardiopulmonary Services and Medical Imaging, providing a unique combination of advanced clinical expertise, leadership experience, and operational knowledge.
Extensive background in comprehensive patient assessment, ventilator management, oxygen and aerosol therapies, airway management, emergency response, and care of medically complex patients. Skilled in recognizing changes in respiratory and physiological status, developing appropriate plans of care, evaluating patient response to therapy, and collaborating closely with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Known for maintaining high standards of patient safety, quality, accountability, and compassionate care while building strong working relationships across disciplines. Brings a hands-on clinical foundation combined with years of leadership experience, staff development, policy implementation, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement. Committed to returning that depth of experience to direct patient care and supporting patients throughout recovery by providing dependable, evidence-based respiratory care that promotes improved function, independence, and overall well-being.
Work History
Director of Cardiac Services
5 Years 5 Months- Led cross-functional teams to enhance clinical operations and improve patient care outcomes.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that streamlined workflows and increased departmental efficiency.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation to optimize operational performance across services.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing service quality.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor progress and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments, including mechanical ventilation and aerosol therapies.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
12 Years 10 Months- Performed critical care respiratory skills, pulmonary function testing, provided education on blood gas machines, maintained quality control, conducted stress testing, established home respiratory equipment and supplies, and managed airway during conscious sedation.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflow processes, improving efficiency within the department's operations.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
3 Years- Collected and analyzed patient information to identify and meet patient-specific needs, including mental and physical limitations.
- Used Sandman Software to generate accurate reports.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations in all operational aspects of the lab.
- Conduct comprehensive sleep studies to assess patients' sleep disorders.
- Monitor patient vitals and adjust equipment settings for optimal study conditions.
Education
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 2005-present
- BLS certified through American Heart Association 2000-present
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification 2005-present
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) 2008-present