Renarda Jefferson, B.S.
Ocean Springs,MS
Summary
Seasoned respiratory practitioner with 13+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care & staff supervision. Skilled at multitasking, time management and prioritizing patient respiratory needs. Knowledgeable about various EMR charting systems & medication administration. Furthermore, maintaining a positive attitude with collaboration focused on optimizing patient outcome & support with willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
USNursing
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Crisis Response RT
Angel Staffing/HCA Pearland
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
Crisis Response RT
Krucial Staffing/North Central Baptist
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Documented treatments delivered, and follow-up care
Covid Crisis RT
Angel Staffing/ University Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Travel RT
Krucial Staffing/Wadley Regional Medical
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
USA Health University Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Respiratory Therapist
USA Health University Hospital
06.2010 - 06.2019
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cardiorespiratory Care
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05.2010
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Mississippi Gulf Coast Junior College
Gautier, MS05.2007
Skills
- Respiratory healthcare equipment
- Respiratory treatment planning
- Strong clinical judgment
- Physical assessments
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Patient education
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, CRT
Licensed:
AL, MS, TX, CO, HI, CA, PA, & WA
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
USNursing
11.2022 - 04.2023
Crisis Response RT
Angel Staffing/HCA Pearland
01.2022 - 02.2022
Crisis Response RT
Krucial Staffing/North Central Baptist
08.2021 - 11.2021
Covid Crisis RT
Angel Staffing/ University Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021
Travel RT
Krucial Staffing/Wadley Regional Medical
08.2020 - 12.2020
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
USA Health University Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2020
Respiratory Therapist
USA Health University Hospital
06.2010 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Cardiorespiratory Care
University of South Alabama
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Mississippi Gulf Coast Junior College
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