Randi Davis
Piedmont,OK
Summary
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in assessing and treating patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. Utilizes optimal approaches based on sound medical standards to deliver high-quality care while maintaining meticulous documentation. Certified in Basic Life Support, ACLS, PALS, and NRP, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development. Passionate advocate for innovative marketing strategies that enhance pulmonary health and improve patient care outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Integris Southwest Medical Center
4401 S Western Ave, OKC, OK 73109
11.2022 - Current
- Trained new staff on best practices in respiratory therapy techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Coordinated with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to address psychosocial factors impacting respiratory health.
- Maximized equipment utilization by maintaining regular maintenance schedules for all respiratory therapy devices.
- Optimized respiratory equipment usage, conducting regular maintenance and calibration for peak performance.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by developing personalized respiratory therapy plans based on individual assessments.
Respiratory Therapist
Bethany Children's Health Center
6800 NW 39th Expy, Bethany OK, 73008
04.2022 - 09.2022
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed tracheostomy care for Pediatric patients
- Performed several ventilator checks and assessments while also performing IPV and other pulmonary modalities
Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Health Science Center
700 NE 13th St, OKC, OK 73104
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Administered respiratory therapies and utilized equipment to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored patients' progress, adjusting treatment protocols as necessary for optimal results.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment usage, and self-management strategies.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Integris Baptist Hospital
Oklahoma City, Ok
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Delivered therapies such as oxygen therapy, helium-oxygen therapy, and CPAP therapy to meet patients' treatment goals.
- Used blood gas analyzers, co-oximeters, and pulse oximetry to develop deeper understanding of patients' current symptoms and underlying conditions.
- Instructed patients on correct use of respiratory care devices and procedures for continued at-home care.
- Intubated patients and managed artificial airways to support complex cases in need of advanced ventilation assistance.
- Monitored patient pulmonary health by analyzing blood work, breath sounds, and x-rays.
- Maintained optimal function of mechanical ventilators, capnometers, and aerosol generators to deliver reliable treatments.
- Educated patients and families regarding respiratory conditions and care, including asthma, COPD, and lung cancer.
- Completed blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and other assessments to determine patients' needs.
- Used inhaled medications, proactive therapies, and passive approaches to carry out treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Responded calmly in rapidly-changing situations to stabilize patients and restore optimal respiratory function.
- Initiated oxygen delivery and respiratory medication to assess effectiveness.
- Administered breathing treatments and utilized specialty gases to treat patients with various lung diseases such as bronchitis, pneumothorax, and pulmonary edema.
- Relayed the results of tests to physicians and worked with them to address abnormalities.
- Supported patients with emergency issues by providing them skilled assistance with artificial respiration and external cardiac massage.
- Tracked the physiological response of each patient to therapy and documented data such as vital signs and blood chemistry changes.
- Set up, operated and monitored mechanical ventilators and therapeutic gas administration devices to support the individual needs of each patient.
- Helped patients feel comfortable and increased their cooperation with clear treatment explanations.
- Maintained well-functioning, clean and safe equipment to protect the patients from unnecessary risks.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and specialists to give each patient the best possible care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory therapy Care
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, Tx12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Rose State College
Midwest city, Ok07.2018
Skills
- Oxygen therapy
- Intubation
- Pulse oximetry
- Emergency medical care
- Document conditions
- Deliver treatment
- Emergency care
- Task prioritization
- Motivation
- Relationship Building
- Patient instruction
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Blood gas analysis
- Manage ventilation
- Educate patients
- Monitor patients
- Creative thinking
- Customer relations
- Networking
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment setup
- Caring bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Physical assessments
- Treatment administration
- End-of-life care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Coaching and mentoring
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- NRP
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Integris Southwest Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Bethany Children's Health Center
04.2022 - 09.2022
Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Health Science Center
02.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Integris Baptist Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Rose State College
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory therapy Care
Midwestern State University