Mandy Hardung
Salem,OR
Summary
Respiratory Therapist with over 10 years of experience providing inpatient and outpatient therapeutic services. Adept at managing COPD, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure and other chronic conditions. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about proper use, maintenance and safety of respiratory equipment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Lincare
Salem, OR
11.2018 - Current
- Evaluated new technology related to respiratory care, including ventilators, monitors, and oxygen delivery systems for suitability for use within the facility.
- Trained new staff members on the proper use of equipment, protocols, and safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient information in accordance with organizational policies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly based on results from testing or changing symptoms.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Provided education to patients on proper use of medical equipment and techniques for managing their conditions.
- Performed services on-site, at outpatient clinics and in patient homes.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Medical Center Roseburg
Roseburg, OR
2014 - 2017
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Administered respiratory treatments and oxygen therapy to patients.
- Performed routine ventilator management and maintenance.
- Assisted in intubations and airway management procedures.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-ups.
- Conducted arterial blood gas analysis and interpretation.
- Provided continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy setup.
- Maintained proper infection control measures during treatments.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2014
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Quality Improvement
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient Advocacy
Accomplishments
- National Champion Discus Thrower 98'
- 2 Time Jr Olympian 98' 99'
Certification
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist 2014 (CRT)
Timeline
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Lincare
11.2018 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Medical Center Roseburg
2014 - 2017
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University