Martha DeReimer
Hoschton,GA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Supervisor/Respiratory Therapist
North Georgia Medical Center Gainesville/Braselton
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Optimized resource utilization, managing equipment inventory and maintenance schedules for maximum availability.
- Mentored junior therapists, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth within the team.
- Ensured high-quality patient care with thorough monitoring and assessment of respiratory therapy treatments.
- Increased patient satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and answering questions related to their respiratory treatments.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in more efficient treatment administration for patients.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Respiratory Therapist
Emory University Hospital Midtown
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Respiratory Therapist
Shepherd Center
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- 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.
Education
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy
Gwinnett Technical College
06.2010
Skills
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Fluent Spanish
Certification
Certified BCLS
References
References Available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Supervisor/Respiratory Therapist
North Georgia Medical Center Gainesville/Braselton
08.2022 - 04.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Emory University Hospital Midtown
06.2010 - 06.2015
Respiratory Therapist
Shepherd Center
06.2010 - 06.2015
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy
Gwinnett Technical College
Certified BCLS
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