MEHREEN LOKHANDWALA
Endeavor Health Edward Hospital
Lombard
19
years of professional experience
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year 11 Months- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Implemented physicians' orders for treatment protocols and durations to ensure patient compliance and safety.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Managed operation of mechanical ventilators according to established treatment parameters to optimize patient respiratory support.
- Documented patient assessments, treatments, and status changes to support continuity of care and inform clinical decisions.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
5 Months- Monitored vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician to address adverse reactions.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Maintained accurate patient charts, documenting identification and therapy information for effective treatment planning.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to ensure optimal functionality and patient safety.
Patient Care Technician
4 Years 10 Months- Obtained patient vital signs and communicated results to staff nurse or physician, facilitating timely assessment of patient status.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls, ensuring prompt assistance for patient needs and enhancing patient comfort.
- Performed a variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Blood gas analysis
Ventilation management
Tracheostomy Care
Respiratory Equipment Setup
Patient documentation
Pulmonary function testing
Patient Support
Physical Assessments
Time management
Patient prioritization
Clinical documentation
Timeline
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