Rachel 'Nicole' Ackerman
Colleton Medical Center
Walterboro,SC
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist with expertise in ventilator management, patient education, and emergency medical care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through strong team collaboration and quality improvement initiatives.
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 4 Months- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment such as ventilators and pulse oximeters for accurate assessments.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental efficiency and patient satisfaction in respiratory services.
- Trained new staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices in respiratory therapy delivery.
- Conducted routine maintenance on respiratory equipment, ensuring reliability and safety standards were met.
- 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.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 6 Months- Monitored and evaluated patients' respiratory status, adjusting treatments as necessary for optimal care.
- Monitored and evaluated patients' respiratory status, adjusting treatments for optimal care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatment options to enhance understanding and compliance.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
3 Years 4 Months- 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.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
7 Months- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 5 Months- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatment options to enhance understanding and compliance.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Ventilator management
Airway management
Endotracheal intubation
Non-invasive ventilation
Arterial blood gas analysis
Emergency medical care
Professional ethics
Oxygen therapy
Patient education
Team collaboration
Ethics and professionalism
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Trident Medical Center
04.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Colleton Medical Center
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
07.2023 - 02.2024Read More
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Colleton Medical Center
03.2021 - 07.2024Read More
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Beaufort Memorial
10.2018 - 03.2021Read More
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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