Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, excelling in advanced airway management and compassionate patient care. Proven track record in optimizing patient outcomes through effective clinical decision-making and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
06.2008 - Current
Provide respiratory care to adult, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric patients in the ICU, CTICU, SICU, Neuro ICU, ER, PICU and NICU and general medical units.
Administered respiratory treatments to patients under
supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and oxygen levels using advanced respiratory equipment.
Educated patients on proper use of inhalers and nebulizers for effective home care management.
Monitored patient responses to therapies and adjusted plans as necessary for optimal care.
timely weaning from mechanical ventilation by closely monitoring vital signs, blood gas results, and overall readiness for extubation.
Expedited emergency response times, participating in Code Blue situations as an essential member of the rapid response team.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Perform Bedside Spirometry
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
05-2008
Skills
Advanced airway management
Tracheostomy management
Arterial blood gas interpretation
Respiratory device setup
Implementation of respiratory care protocols
Proficient in CPAP/BIPAP management
Compassionate patient care
Collaborative teamwork
Direct patient support
Highly skilled CTICU experience, managing complex cardiac patients, post-operative care
Certification
CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist -National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)