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Marietta Hayes

Langley,KY

Summary

Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Pikeville Medical Center, enhancing patient outcomes through expert respiratory equipment setup and patient education. Skilled in and adept at multitasking, consistently improved care plans and patient instruction, ensuring adherence to treatment and medication. Compassionate and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Pikeville Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
  • Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment that will be used in the home setting.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
  • Maintained state-of-the-art knowledge in sleep therapy techniques, ensuring application of latest evidence-based practices.
  • Improved patient outcomes by educating families on home care techniques and importance of medication adherence.
  • Optimized respiratory equipment usage, conducting regular maintenance and calibration for peak performance of portable concentrators and sleep equipment.

Respiratory Therapist/Medicare Billing Specialist

Cooley Medical Equipment
07.2005 - 05.2019
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management in the home.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function in the home setting.
  • Optimized respiratory equipment usage, conducting regular maintenance and calibration for peak performance.
  • Customized respiratory care plans to address unique needs of pediatric patients, enhancing comfort and cooperation.
  • Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel in the home on how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changing Medicare regulations and guidelines, ensuring accurate and compliant billing practices.
  • Audited patient accounts to identify discrepancies in billed services, correcting errors to ensure proper reimbursement.
  • Reduced claim denials by meticulously reviewing and correcting billing data prior to submission.
  • Generated monthly billing and posting reports for management review.

Respiratory Therapist

Georgetown Community Hospital
11.2002 - 10.2005
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.

Respiratory Therapist

Cooley Medical Equipment
10.1999 - 11.2002
  • Assessed and treated breathing issues for patients in the home setting.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Instructed patients and families on bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function
  • Provided instruction to patients and family members on bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory respiratory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes. Included, but not limited too incentive spirometers, hand held nebulizers, Cpap, Bipap with back up rates, non-invasive ventilator and invasive ventilators.
  • Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
  • Customized respiratory care plans to address unique needs of pediatric patients, enhancing comfort and cooperation in the home.

Respiratory Therapist

ARH Medical Center
05.1998 - 10.1999
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
  • Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
  • Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.

Education

Respiratory Therapy

Rowen Regional Vocational School
Morehead, KY
05.1998

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Patient care documentation
  • Time Management
  • Patient Instruction
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Care Plan Management
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Sleep Disorder Treatment

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Pikeville Medical Center
04.2019 - Current

Respiratory Therapist/Medicare Billing Specialist

Cooley Medical Equipment
07.2005 - 05.2019

Respiratory Therapist

Georgetown Community Hospital
11.2002 - 10.2005

Respiratory Therapist

Cooley Medical Equipment
10.1999 - 11.2002

Respiratory Therapist

ARH Medical Center
05.1998 - 10.1999

Respiratory Therapy

Rowen Regional Vocational School

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