Lorene Gogerty
RRT
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in respiratory therapy, prepared for impactful roles in patient care. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in high-pressure environments. Brings expertise in pulmonary function testing and respiratory treatments while upholding highest standards of patient care.
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 37 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills. Also, currently working on the diagnostic side.
Performing PFTs using the Vyaire system and working along side our interventional pulmonologists in the OR setting and Bronchoscopy suite
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registerer Respiratory Therapist
OUMC
07.2020 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with diverse respiratory conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and home care techniques.
- Conducted pulmonary function tests ,drew and analyzed Arterial Blood gases to evaluate for any underlying respiratory issues and effectiveness of therapies administered.
- Aided Interventional Pulmonologists with various procedures such as bronchoscopies , and intubations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cox Health South
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and interpreted results for effective treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage.
Flight Respiratory Therapist
Billings Clinic Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2017
- Administer advanced respiratory therapies to critically ill patients in various settings.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Evaluate patient respiratory status and adjust treatment protocols as needed.
- Mentor junior staff on best practices for respiratory therapy techniques and equipment usage.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
DMACC
Ankeny,Iowa12-1990
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Neonatal intensive care
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Pulmonary function testing
- Emergency medical care
- Professional bedside manner
- Caring bedside manner
- Treatment plan development
- Diagnostic tools
- Spirometer reading
- Appointment scheduling
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Blood gas analysis
- Pulmonary function screenings
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Registered respiratory therapist - neonatal/pediatric specialist
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care specialist
- Pediatric basic trauma life support
Timeline
Registerer Respiratory Therapist
OUMC
07.2020 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cox Health South
02.2019 - 05.2021
Flight Respiratory Therapist
Billings Clinic Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
DMACC