Lori Day
Shady Spring
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record in airway management, infection control, and medication administration, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and compassionate care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Raleigh General Hospital
Beckley, WV
09.2008 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient progress using advanced diagnostic equipment, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for critical patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage for improved outcomes.
- Implemented new protocols that reduced patient wait times while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Conducted regular evaluations of respiratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and ABGs.
- Optimized respiratory equipment usage, conducting regular maintenance and calibration for peak performance.
- Increased patient comfort with compassionate care and effective communication, ensuring understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Maximized equipment utilization by maintaining regular maintenance schedules for all respiratory therapy devices.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Respiratory Therapist
Dr. Donald Rasmussen SWVC and WV Pulmonary Clinic
Beckley, WV
10.2002 - 03.2004
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Assessed and treated breathing issues.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maximized equipment utilization by maintaining regular maintenance schedules for all respiratory therapy devices.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
Respiratory Therapist
BARH
Beckley, WV
08.1997 - 10.2002
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in respiratory therapy techniques and patient care standards.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery efficiency within respiratory care unit.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Led workshops for patients with chronic respiratory conditions, empowering them with strategies to manage symptoms.
- Administered inhalants and medications to improve patient breathing capabilities, leading to enhanced quality of life.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
Beckley Hospital
Beckley, WV
12.1994 - 08.1997
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and ABGs.
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and safety standards.
- Conducted regular evaluations of respiratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Assessed and treated breathing issues.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Administered inhalants and medications to improve patient breathing capabilities, leading to enhanced quality of life.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
College of West Virginia
Beckley, WV01-1994
Skills
- Airway management
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Equipment setup
- Medical record documentation
- Treatment administration
- Patient instruction
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Intubation
- Equipment cleaning
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Oxygen therapy
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Raleigh General Hospital
09.2008 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Dr. Donald Rasmussen SWVC and WV Pulmonary Clinic
10.2002 - 03.2004
Respiratory Therapist
BARH
08.1997 - 10.2002
Respiratory Therapist
Beckley Hospital
12.1994 - 08.1997
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
College of West Virginia