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OPHELIA M. MOORE

OPHELIA M. MOORE

Milford ,OH

Summary

Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering 25-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional certified in ACLS, NRP, and BLS paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Mississippi Baptist Hospital
Jackson, MS
12.1996 - 08.2017
Provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, external cardiac massage, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.Monitor and assess patient\\'s physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, chest x-rays or blood chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, or aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.Inspect, clean, test, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, ordering repairs when necessary.Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises or the use of medications or respiratory equipment.Determine requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians\\' orders Teach, train, supervise, or use the assistance of students, respiratory therapy technicians, or assistants.

Respiratory Therapist

Beaumont Hospital, Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
01.2018 - 04.2018

Contract Respiratory Therapist with Comphealth. Worked in adult critical care units and NICU. Completed contract.

  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • 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.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Nationwide Childrens Hospital: NICU
Columbus, OH
10.2017 - 01.2018
Contract NICU Respiratory therapist with Aureus Medical Company. Managed Avea ventilators, iNO, CPAP, SiPap, and oxygen delivery to neonates and infants in the NICU. Administrered needed respiratory medications. Assisted with tracheostomy care and changeouts on infants in the BPD unit. Completed contract.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
05.2018 - 10.2018

Contract Therapist with Aureus medical. Contract completed.

Respiratory Therapist

TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
11.2018 - Current

Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.

  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Respiratory Therapist NICU

TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
05.2020 - Current

Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Hinds Community College - Jackson-Academic/Technical Center

Associate of Arts -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Strong assessment skills
  • Independent judgment and decision making
  • Broad cardiopulmonary knowledge
  • Strong Critical Thinking Skills
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient-focused care
  • Excellent trouble shooting skills
  • Seasoned respiratory therapist

Refrences

Bridget Yazell (937)402-7659

Tresea Finch (513)460-5364

Rachel Schultz (513)260-2971

Kim Wallace (734)709-5713

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist NICU

TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital
05.2020 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
11.2018 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2018

Respiratory Therapist

Beaumont Hospital, Dearborn
01.2018 - 04.2018

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Nationwide Childrens Hospital: NICU
10.2017 - 01.2018

Respiratory Therapist

Mississippi Baptist Hospital
12.1996 - 08.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Hinds Community College - Jackson-Academic/Technical Center

Associate of Arts -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
OPHELIA M. MOORE