Meagan Owens
Summary
Detailed-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering 4-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist II
Cook's Children Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, meter doses inhalers, and positive pressure equipment
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Trinity Health
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, meter dose inhalers
- Learned multiple new charting systems.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge plans and coordinating follow-up care for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patient needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall effectiveness of respiratory care services.
- Performed regular diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, contributing valuable data to inform clinical decision making.
Respiratory Therapist
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Jackson College
12.2019
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Respiratory healthcare equipment
- EPIC charting efficient
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS- Pediatric Advance Life Support
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist II
Cook's Children Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Trinity Health
03.2022 - 08.2023
Respiratory Therapist
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2022
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Jackson College
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