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Patricia Finch

Glasgow,KY

Summary

Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 14 years of experience with inpatient and outpatient therapeutic services. Adept at managing diverse conditions that include COPD, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure, Asthma and Respiratory Failure. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about the use and operation of respiratory equipment. Eager to contribute to your company's mission through effective and empathetic patient care.

Committed and compassionate Respiratory Therapist with experience in both pediatric and adult care settings. Skilled in conducting respiratory assessments, managing ventilators, and providing emergency respiratory care efficiently. Strengths include strong analytical abilities to evaluate patient needs, develop appropriate treatment plans, and adapt interventions based on patient responses. Contributed to improving patient outcomes through diligent application of advanced respiratory techniques and collaborative healthcare team engagement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

TJ Samson Hospital
Glasgow , KY
10.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.

Respiratory Therapist

Ascension St Vincent Hospital
Anderson, IN
06.2020 - 10.2022
  • Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
  • Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.

Respiratory Therapist

Signature Healthcare of Muncie
Matthews, IN
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within cardiopulmonary system and made medical decisions based on assessments.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
  • Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.

Respiratory Therapist

St. Vincent hospital Anderson
Anderson, IN
05.2006 - 06.2018
  • Identified need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
  • Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within cardiopulmonary system and made medical decisions based on assessments.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Ivy Tech Community College of Ft Wayne
Ft. Wayne, Indiana
05.2006

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Drug administration trained
  • Patient care documentation
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and caregiver education
  • Care plan management
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Supervision
  • First Aid/CPR

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

TJ Samson Hospital
10.2022 - Current

Respiratory Therapist

Ascension St Vincent Hospital
06.2020 - 10.2022

Respiratory Therapist

Signature Healthcare of Muncie
07.2018 - 06.2020

Respiratory Therapist

St. Vincent hospital Anderson
05.2006 - 06.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Ivy Tech Community College of Ft Wayne
Patricia Finch