Marcella Feagans
Bloomfield
Summary
Accomplished Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Hannibal Regional Hospital, enhancing patient respiratory function and care through expert airway management and arterial blood gas analysis. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and excelling in emergency medical care, underscored by strong clinical judgment and team collaboration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Davis County Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, 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.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hannibal Regional Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital
05.2015 - 03.2018
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Missouri Hospital
06.1999 - 02.2013
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, 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 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 physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- 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.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal, MO12.1999
CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy Technology
HAVTS
Hannibal, MO12.1995
High School Diploma -
Van-Far Jr./Sr. High School
Vandalia, MO05.1990
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Endotracheal intubation
- Respiratory Medication Administration
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Emergency medical care
- Multitasking
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Disorders Specialist
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Davis County Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hannibal Regional Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital
05.2015 - 03.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Missouri Hospital
06.1999 - 02.2013
BLS
ACLS
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hannibal-LaGrange University
CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy Technology
HAVTS
High School Diploma -
Van-Far Jr./Sr. High School
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