Compassionate professional specializing in airway management and respiratory therapy. Known for strong clinical judgment and effective patient education, ensuring optimal respiratory health and safety.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Union Regional
Terre Haute, IN
01.2024 - Current
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
Providence Health Care at St Mary of the Woods
West Terre Haute, IN
02.2023 - 12.2023
Administered respiratory therapies and treatments for diverse patient populations.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals seeking guidance on respiratory therapy practices and techniques.
Maintained and weaned ventilator patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Signature Health Care of Terre Haute
Terre Haute, IN
10.2022 - 12.2022
Administered therapeutic treatments, including nebulization and oxygen therapy, to enhance patient respiratory function.
Monitored patient vitals and respiratory status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments.
Maintained and decanulated trach patients.
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
Anderson's Medical Equipment
Terre Haute, IN
08.2021 - 10.2022
Educated patients and families on respiratory health management techniques.
Operated and maintained respiratory equipment, ensuring functionality and safety standards.
Setup Bipaps, cpaps , invasive and noninvasive home ventilators.
Maintained invasive and noninvasive home ventilators with equipments and checks.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Regional Hospital, HCA
Terre Haute In
09.1995 - 08.2021
Supervised respiratory therapy team, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and best practices.
Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing skills and knowledge in respiratory care.
Mentored junior therapists, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance standards.
Demonstrated expertise in various respiratory therapies, including aerosol treatments, airway clearance techniques, and mechanical ventilation.
Provided emergency response support during critical situations, such as code blue events or rapid response activations.
Served as a resource for clinical staff regarding best practices in respiratory therapy interventions and equipment usage.