Meredith Walters
Mount Sterling,KY
Summary
I am a Certified Respiratory Therapist with 2 years of experience in the healthcare setting. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. I am a Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I am also very hard working and passionate about my job. I am always wanting to learn new things and skills when it comes to the Respiratory World.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Paducah
03.2024 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Clark Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- 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.
Student Respiratory Therapist
St Claire Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Conducted tests such as EKGs
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Assisted in rapid response teams
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Maysville Community And Technical College
Mount Sterling, KY12-2022
Skills
- Aerosol Therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Noninvasive Ventilation
- Airway Management
- Ventilator management
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Oxygen therapy
- Team Collaboration
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Time Management
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Paducah
03.2024 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Clark Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 03.2024
Student Respiratory Therapist
St Claire Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Maysville Community And Technical College
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