Maggie Dockter
Longmont,CO
Summary
Accomplished Registered Respiratory Therapist- Neonatal Pediatric Specialist with a proven track record at PSL/RMHC. Expert in ventilation and arterial blood gas analysis, with a knack for mentoring and improving patient outcomes. Excelled in emergency response and innovative non-invasive ventilation techniques, enhancing patient care and reducing intubation rates. Exceptional communication skills with patients and team. Compassionate, humble, and good intent with everyday patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PSL/RMHC
02.2019 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Mentored both new employees and students, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications, MDI's, and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, surfing, x-ray, securing airways, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients.
- Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
Surgical Assistant
Longmont Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Continually updated professional skills, staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
- Provided mentorship to new Surgical Assistants in order to maintain high levels of competency within the team.
- Actively participated in daily debriefings for improved team coordination and ongoing development of best practices in the workplace.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
- Participated in pre-operative consultations, offering vital input on patient conditions and surgical approach.
- Assisted surgeons with critical decision-making processes during challenging cases.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Aurora, CO12.2018
Skills
- Ventilation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Non-invasive ventilation
- NICU
- PICU
- ICU
- FLOOR THERAPY
- ER
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
- NRP
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PSL/RMHC
02.2019 - Current
Surgical Assistant
Longmont Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery
08.2015 - 06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
- NRP
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