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Margaret Halsey

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital, adept in airway management and ventilator management. Excelled in collaborative patient care, significantly improving lung function and reducing complications. Demonstrates exceptional analytical skills and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative treatment plans.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2010 - Current

Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.

Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and r revised care plans accordingly.

Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.

Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.

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

Princeton Place Nursing Facility
07.2009 - 09.2024

Worked with long term residents in skilled nursing facility. Performed tracheostomy care

Administered nebulizer treatments

Managed oxygen needs of residents

Charted residents response to treatments and current vital signs

Coordinated with doctors and nursing staff to make ideal treatment plans for residents

Registered Respiratory Therapist

AMG Specialty Hospital
03.2010 - 09.2015

Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.

Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.

Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.

Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.

Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

HealthSouth Hospital
06.1997 - 03.2010

Administered various respiratory related treatments to patients

Performed cardiophysiotherapy

Instructed patients on breathing exercises

Administered Nebulizers

Worked as a team with doctors and nurses and all therapies for optimal outcome for patients

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

CNM
Albuquerque, NM
06-1998

Skills

  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Airway Management
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Ventilator management

Certification

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2010 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

AMG Specialty Hospital
03.2010 - 09.2015

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Princeton Place Nursing Facility
07.2009 - 09.2024

Registered Respiratory Therapist

HealthSouth Hospital
06.1997 - 03.2010
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

CNM
Margaret Halsey