Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Michelle Segura

Poolville,TX

Summary

Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Palo Pinto General Hospital, skilled in airway management and patient care. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective treatment plans and education. Adept at collaborating with healthcare teams, demonstrating a professional bedside manner while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Palo Pinto General Hospital
06.2024 - Current
  • Administered respiratory care treatments under supervision, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs to assess respiratory function and response to therapies.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Assisted in educating patients and families about respiratory therapy procedures and equipment use.
  • Operated various respiratory therapy equipment, including ventilators and nebulizers, with precision.
  • Documented patient progress and responses to treatment in electronic health records accurately.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures during all procedures.
  • Participated in departmental training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in respiratory care.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.

Respiratory Therapist

Wise County Health
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.

Respiratory Therapist

THR Harris Methodist
08.2016 - 04.2019
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
  • Administered inhalants and medications to improve patient breathing capabilities, leading to enhanced quality of life.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.

Education

Respiratory Therapy

Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX
05-2016

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Medication administration
  • Bronchial hygiene techniques
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Equipment setup
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient care

Certification

  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • BLS,ACLS,PALS,NRP

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Palo Pinto General Hospital
06.2024 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

Wise County Health
09.2020 - 09.2021

Respiratory Therapist

THR Harris Methodist
08.2016 - 04.2019

Respiratory Therapy

Weatherford College

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