Self-motivated professional in Respiratory Care, and Sleep Medicine.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Manager
Clear Choice Cardiopulmonary Solutions
01.2011 - Current
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily functions.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Respiratory Therapist /Sleep Tech
Clear Choice Cardiopulmonary Solutions
01.2011 - Current
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
Respiratory Therapist
CRS
01.2005 - 01.2011
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Managed and operated NIV ventilation to deliver airway management.
Respiratory Therapist
American Home Patient
01.2000 - 01.2011
Provide Medical equipment and expertise in oxygen, and home medical equipment
Sleep Technician
Midwest Sleep Services
01.2000 - 01.2010
Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
Monitored patients during surgeries and identified specific response patterns.
Advised patients and families on health topics pertinent to care and treatment.
Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
Respiratory Therapist
Mercy Medical Center Des Moines
01.1991 - 01.2010
Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
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.
Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT
01-2014
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
01-1991
High School Diploma -
ArWeVa
Westside, IA
05-1983
Skills
BRPT 2005-Present
Iowa State License in Respiratory Care and Sleep 2010-Present