Payten Baughey
Clinton
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated Registered Respiratory Therapist with three years of hands-on experience in a variety of settings, including the ICU, emergency department, and step-down or acute care settings. Skilled in ventilator and airway management. Eager to use my eight years of customer service manager experience and critical thinking skills to improve patient outcomes and reduce readmissions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Promedica Toledo Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to diverse patient populations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and enhance recovery outcomes.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Reduced readmission rates, providing thorough follow-up care and patient education on preventative measures.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
Respiratory Therapist
McLaren Port Huron Hospital
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques, improving understanding of disease management.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery and increased patient satisfaction rates.
- Conducted equipment checks and maintenance, ensuring operational readiness of respiratory devices at all times.
- 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.
Respiratory Therapist Intern
McLaren Port Huron Hospital
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Administered respiratory therapies according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Assisted in educating patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
- Conducted routine equipment checks and maintained inventory of respiratory therapy supplies.
- Provided support during emergency situations, ensuring timely intervention for critical respiratory cases.
- Assisted in the setup and monitoring of mechanical ventilation, ensuring appropriate settings for each patient''s unique needs.
- Conducted arterial blood gas sampling and analysis, informing clinical decision-making processes for respiratory interventions.
Department Manager
McDonald's
05.2013 - 04.2021
- Led team in maintaining high standards of customer service and operational efficiency.
- Implemented training programs to enhance staff performance and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Developed schedules that aligned labor costs with business needs while maximizing employee productivity.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Optimized scheduling practices to ensure adequate staffing during peak business hours without sacrificing employee satisfaction or budgetary constraints.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Jackson College
Jackson, Michigan, MI12-2022
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton, MI05-2015
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Medication administration
- Blood gas analysis
- Ventilator management
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Promedica Toledo Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
McLaren Port Huron Hospital
02.2023 - 08.2023
Respiratory Therapist Intern
McLaren Port Huron Hospital
04.2022 - 02.2023
Department Manager
McDonald's
05.2013 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Jackson College
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School