Nicole Smallwood
Hilton,NY
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Strong Memorial Hospital, specializing in mechanical ventilation management and airway management. Expert in arterial blood gas analysis and known for exceptional professional communication. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through advanced respiratory care techniques and patient education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Strong Memorial Hospital
10.2015 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
SUNY
Brockport12-2008
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient care documentation
- Medical record documentation
- Neonatal intensive care
- Blood gas analysis
- Ventilator management
- Oxygen therapy
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Airway Management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Professional Communication
- Advanced cardiac life support
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Strong Memorial Hospital
10.2015 - Current
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Genesee Community College
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
SUNY
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