Porsha Wilson RRT, RL
Summary
Compassionate Rehab Liaison with 4 years of experience coordinating community programs and allocating resources to turn referrals to admissions. Dedicated to excellent patient care through an empathetic approach. Thrives in team-based or independently-motivated settings. Support program operations by applying strong document management and resource coordination skills to day-to-day needs. Continuously address any need and resolve concerns to promote efficiency and maximize referrals. Proven relationship-building with medical personnel and planning abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Memphis , TN
05.2020 - Current
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of patient discharge plans from acute care settings.
- Create and maintain relationships with local healthcare providers to ensure referrals for rehab services are maximized.
- Participate in weekly case conferences to discuss potential referrals and review patient progress towards goals.
- Attend community health fairs to promote awareness of rehab services offered by the facility.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Regional One Health Medical Center
Memphis , TN
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Memphis , TN
11.2011 - 10.2018
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Developed care plans for individual patients based on assessment of the patient's condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cardio Respiratory Care
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-2011
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Quality Improvement
- Healthcare regulations
Certification
- CPR 2011-current
Timeline
Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Regional One Health Medical Center
11.2018 - 03.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.2011 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Cardio Respiratory Care
Tennessee State University