Paul Maloney
Fairfield
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, excelling in airway management and patient education. Demonstrated success in improving patient ventilation efficacy and emergency response, complemented by a caring bedside manner. Continuously advanced skills through professional development, significantly enhancing patient outcomes.
Knowledgeable Respiratory Therapist with strong foundation in respiratory therapy care and patient management. Effectively provided acute and chronic respiratory support, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in ventilator management and patient education.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kettering Health Network
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The Christ Hospital Health Network
12.2011 - 05.2023
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH07-2012
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Equipment setup
- Caring bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Physical assessments
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kettering Health Network
11.2021 - 11.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The Christ Hospital Health Network
12.2011 - 05.2023
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
University of Cincinnati
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