Melissa Dries
Bradford,ILLINOIS
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 15 years of experience providing inpatient therapeutic services. Confident and well-trained with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Focused on delivering top-quality care based on best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes affecting different patient populations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
06.2008 - Current
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2009
Skills
- Emergency Medical Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Patient and Family Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2008 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
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