Megan krahl
Santa Rosa Medical Center
Fairhope
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Santa Rosa Medical Center, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective treatment administration and a compassionate bedside manner. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans, ensuring optimal respiratory care and safety compliance.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year 11 Months- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients under physician direction.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Operated and maintained respiratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Educated patients on proper use of inhalers and other respiratory devices.
Respiratory Therapist
3 Years 4 Months- Administered respiratory treatments and therapies to patients under supervision.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in the setup and maintenance of ventilators and other respiratory equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper usage of respiratory devices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Conducted routine checks on equipment functionality and safety standards.
- Documented patient progress and therapy outcomes in electronic health records.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of respiratory care protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Comprehensive curriculum with emphasis on acute care, pediatrics, and maternal–child health.
- Completed advanced clinical practicum in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), providing direct patient care for high-risk newborns.
- Gained hands-on experience in evidence-based nursing, patient and family-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Developed strong clinical judgment in neonatal resuscitation, medication administration, and critical monitoring.
- Active in simulation labs and high-acuity training, preparing for transition into professional practice.
Skills
Airway management
Tracheostomy care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory equipment setup
Patient education
Respiratory care protocols
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Medication administration
Bronchial hygiene techniques
Professional bedside manner
Continuous positive airway pressure
Patient care documentation
Equipment setup
Caring bedside manner
Medical record documentation
Treatment administration
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Santa Rosa Medical Center
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Therapist
Air Force
01.2021 - 05.2024Read More
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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