Michelle Morris Wardell
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist III
Atrium Health - Mercy Hospital
Charlotte, NC
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Respiratory Therapist II
Carolinas ContinueCare Hospital
Charlotte, NC
04.2014 - 11.2016
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health Presbyterian, Hemby
Charlotte, NC
08.2012 - 04.2014
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Logistical Account Manager
DMS N.V
Charlotte, NC
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships
- Analyzed account details to enhance understanding of effectiveness and client needs.
- Addressed problems to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute Online
Tuscon, Arizona08.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Piedmont Community College
05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Georgia
05.1990
Skills
- Drug Administration Trained
- Outpatient Care
- Ventilator, BiPAP, Nitric, etc management
- Ensure equipment functions safely and efficiently
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Tracheostomy Care
- Blood Chemistry Changes
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Professional Bedside Manner
Languages
German
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist III
Atrium Health - Mercy Hospital
09.2018 - 02.2020
Respiratory Therapist II
Carolinas ContinueCare Hospital
04.2014 - 11.2016
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health Presbyterian, Hemby
08.2012 - 04.2014
Logistical Account Manager
DMS N.V
01.1995 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute Online
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Piedmont Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Georgia
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