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Megan Dennis

Waterloo

Summary

Compassionate, experienced registered respiratory therapist, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion with adherence to safety protocols. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, tracheostomy and ventilator management. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient care outcomes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Harmony House Health Care Center
Waterloo
06.2020 - Current
  • Manage mechanical ventilators, including setting up and adjusting settings.
  • Maintain clear airways, including daily tracheostomy care, routine and emergent trach changes, and suctioning.
  • Administer scheduled and emergent medication, and oxygen, based on individual needs.
  • Respond promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest, and develop plans based on patient condition.
  • Consult with care providers regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
  • Educate patients and families about conditions, and appropriate disease management techniques.
  • Maintain accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered, and outcomes of treatments.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Waterloo
12.2014 - 06.2020
  • Provided care to patients of all ages.
  • Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
  • Provided artificial respiration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Drew and performed diagnostic tests on patients, such as arterial blood gas analysis and capillary gas.
  • Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques and monitor the patient's response to treatment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
05-2014

Bachelor of Liberal Studies -

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
05-2006

Skills

  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Medication and Oxygen administration
  • Airway management
  • ACLS certified
  • Patient advocacy
  • Patient care documentation
  • Treatment plan development
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner August 2014
  • National Board of Respiratory Care RRT October 2014
  • ACLS July 2023

References

  • Janmarie Cross, Harmony House Respiratory Manager, 319 415-6803 janmarieanddeancross@live.com
  • Bonnie Fowler, Respiratory Therapist colleague, 319 243-0336
  • Edward Hatcher, Former Respiratory Therapist colleague, 319 269-8881

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Harmony House Health Care Center
06.2020 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
12.2014 - 06.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Hawkeye Community College

Bachelor of Liberal Studies -

University of Northern Iowa

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