Morgan Era
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Respiratory Therapist experienced in airway management and patient education. Demonstrated success in improving patient breathing functions and critical care response, collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. Skilled in creating respiratory care protocols and fostering patient understanding and self-care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, invasive and noninvasive management, as well as therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to evolving healthcare needs and challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Northwestern Medicine Delnor
09.2017 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
Education
Associates Of Science - Respiratory Care
College of Dupage
Glen Ellyn, IL05.2017
Skills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – Illinois and Indiana Health Department or equivalent state licensing body.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
References
Dawn Frias
Clinical Coordinator Resp Care
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital
Dawn.Frias@nm.org
630-938-9805
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Northwestern Medicine Delnor
09.2017 - Current
Associates Of Science - Respiratory Care
College of Dupage
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