Maryann Richards
Oklahoma City
Summary
Dynamic Pediatric and Adult Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Integris Baptist Medical Center, excelling in arterial blood gas analysis and airway management. Enhanced patient outcomes through effective education and collaboration with families, significantly reducing hospital readmissions. Committed to quality improvement and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence in respiratory care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Integris Baptist Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
- Conducted diagnostic tests, such as pulmonary function testing, to identify underlying respiratory issues or complications.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, asthma and spontaneous pneumothoraxes.
- Streamlined department operations to increase efficiency in therapy delivery and documentation.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bethany Children's Health Center
04.2016 - 04.2021
- Established strong rapport with both patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during often difficult medical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop strategies for weaning patients off mechanical ventilation safely and efficiently.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the pediatric respiratory department, identifying areas for growth and implementing changes as needed.
- Assisted in the training of new respiratory therapists, sharing best practices and techniques in pediatric care.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized respiratory therapy plans for pediatric patients.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, offering guidance on best practices for managing pediatric patients with complex respiratory needs.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as pulmonary function studies and arterial blood gas analysis to inform treatment decisions for pediatric patients.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Provided timely and accurate documentation of all pediatric respiratory therapy sessions, ensuring proper billing and compliance with hospital policies.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Integris Baptist Medical Center
08.2005 - 04.2016
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the pediatric respiratory department, identifying areas for growth and implementing changes as needed.
- Identified opportunities to improve parent education materials related to common childhood respiratory conditions like asthma or bronchiolitis.
- Educated parents on proper use of home medical equipment, increasing adherence to prescribed therapies and reducing hospital readmissions.
- Evaluated new respiratory therapy equipment for potential adoption into the pediatric practice, carefully considering cost-effectiveness, safety, and ease of use.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, offering guidance on best practices for managing pediatric patients with complex respiratory needs.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Reduced hospitalization time for pediatric patients by providing efficient discharge planning services focused on long-term wellness goals.
- Streamlined patient flow through the respiratory department, resulting in shorter wait times and improved patient satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Francis Tuttle/OKCCC
Oklahoma City, OK05-2005
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Continuous positive airway pressure
Certification
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Integris Baptist Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bethany Children's Health Center
04.2016 - 04.2021
Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Integris Baptist Medical Center
08.2005 - 04.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Francis Tuttle/OKCCC
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