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Nathaniel Payne

MARTINEZ,GA

Summary

Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Piedmont Hospital, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective ventilator support and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Skilled in intubation and CPR, demonstrating strong clinical expertise and compassionate care in high-pressure environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Hospital
01.2010 - Current
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
  • Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.

Respiratory Therapist

Doctors Hospital
09.2009 - 11.2014
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.

Respiratory Therapist

Unihealth Post Acute Care Augusta Hills
01.2010 - 11.2010
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Administered inhalants and medications to improve patient breathing capabilities, leading to enhanced quality of life.
  • Ventilator and trach management

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA
09-2009

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Intubation

Certification

  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • RRT-ACCS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Hospital
01.2010 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

Unihealth Post Acute Care Augusta Hills
01.2010 - 11.2010

Respiratory Therapist

Doctors Hospital
09.2009 - 11.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Augusta Technical College

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