MARY A ALBERDING
Prolink
FORT WAYNE
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with strong skills in airway management, patient education, and ventilator management. Committed to enhancing patient care and outcomes through effective collaboration and clinical judgment.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
5 Years 4 Months- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage for better self-care.
- Implemented process improvements in therapy delivery, increasing efficiency in patient care workflows.
- Conducted equipment maintenance checks, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational readiness.
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as bronchoscopies and intubations. Managed various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
29 Years 6 Months- Administered respiratory therapy treatments and interventions to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and respiratory patterns for timely adjustments in care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and home care techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive respiratory care strategies.
- Nineteen years experience in performing Pulmonary Function Studies.
- Twenty years experience in Holter Monitor and Cardiac Event Monitor hook up and scanning Holter Monitor.
Education
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Airway management
Intubation
Professional bedside manner
CPAP
Tracheostomy care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Physical assessments
Medication administration
Care protocols
Equipment setup
CPR
Patient education
Care documentation
Clinical judgment
Pediatric care
Hygiene techniques
Professional bedside manner
Ventilator care
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Prolink
03.2021 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Therapist
Adams Memorial Hospital
06.1991 - 12.2020Read More
Ivy Tech Community College
Respiratory Care Practitioner from Respiratory Therapy
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