Mary Baker
South Boston,VA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
South Boston, VA
05.2009 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with diverse pulmonary conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered pulmonary function tests, arterial/CVP lines, and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs, EEGs, ABGs, and drainages.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
05.2009 - Current