Michelle Torry
Midland,MI
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist with background in managing respiratory care teams, coordinating patient care plans and implementing respiratory therapy protocols. Strong communication skills complemented by experience in providing high-quality patient-centered care. Known for driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, contributing to enhanced quality of care and team efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Mclaren Central Michigan
Mt Pleasant , MI
01.1998 - Current
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for use by the respiratory therapy team members.
- Evaluated new technologies or products that could benefit patients undergoing therapeutic interventions involving respiration management.
- Advised families about proper home care techniques after discharge from hospitalization or rehabilitation programs.
- Maintained accurate medical records of patients receiving respiration treatments according to HIPAA regulations.
- Served as a resource for clinical staff regarding best practices pertaining to respiration treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers on treatment plans for patients requiring respiratory care services.
- Provided education on various topics related to pulmonary health management.
- Reviewed documentation from previous visits when assessing current patient needs.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments to ensure safety protocols were followed correctly.
- Provided guidance, mentorship, and training to new staff members in the respiratory therapy department.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-1997
Skills
- Patient care documentation
- Professional Bedside Evaluation
- Physical assessments
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Training and Education of new employees
- Team Collaboration
- Clinical Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Mclaren Central Michigan
01.1998 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Ferris State University