Rachel Russell

Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients breathing and lung function.

Manage ventilator support for critically ill patients in ICU and ER settings. ABG's for continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results to improve overall efficacy for critically ill patient.

Manage and operate mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

EKG's in the ER, outpatient and MedSurg setting.

ZIO heart monitor placement.

Assist in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilation and also for treadmill stress tests.

PFT's in the outpatient setting.

• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
• Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
• Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
• Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
• 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 during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
• 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.
• Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
• Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.