Misti Johnson
Wheelwright,KY
Summary
Driven Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Appalachian Regional Healthcare, adept in airway management and patient education. Excelled in delivering comprehensive respiratory care, significantly improving patient outcomes. Skilled in utilizing mechanical ventilators and conducting pulmonary function testing, coupled with a compassionate bedside manner, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and trust.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Big Sandy Health Care
08.2023 - Current
- Built trust with patients by explaining the purpose and process of pulmonary function tests, ensuring they felt comfortable and well-informed throughout their appointment.
- Performed Arterial Blood Gases.
- Performed exams on coal miners applying for their black lung benefits.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary clinical information for prior authorization submissions.
- Provided exceptional patient education, explaining the purpose and process of pulmonary function tests to ease anxiety and ensure cooperation during testing procedures.
Respiratory Therapist
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
08.2021 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Respiratory Therapist
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Southeast Community And Technical College
Whitesburg, KY05.2018
Skills
- Airway Management
- Patient Health Information Access
- Equipment Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Appointment Scheduling
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Spirometer Reading
- Arterial Punctures
- Patient Instruction
- Oxygen Therapy
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Metered Dose Inhalers
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Heavy Lifting
- Blood Gas Analysis
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Spirometer reading
- Pulmonary function testing
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Big Sandy Health Care
08.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
08.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
05.2018 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Southeast Community And Technical College
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