Renee Wojciechowski
Holland ,NY
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Kaleida Health, specializing in airway management and emergency care. Excelled in delivering critical ventilator support and neonatal transport, showcasing strong clinical judgment and exceptional teamwork. Renowned for enhancing patient outcomes through expert care planning and patient advocacy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Kaleida Health
Buffalo, NY
12.1993 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Neonatal Transport Therapist
Education
Respiratory Therapy AAS - Respiratory Therapy
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05.1992
Skills
- 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
- Physical assessments
- Treatment Administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emergency medical care
- Patient Instruction
- Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
- Intubation
- Equipment Cleaning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Planning
- Medical Terminology
- Clinical Leadership
- Neonatal intensive care
- Diagnostic Tools
- Treatment Plan Development
- Dosage Calculation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
- Emergency Care
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist
- Excellent Communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization
- Initial Trauma Life Support
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Kaleida Health
12.1993 - Current
Respiratory Therapy AAS - Respiratory Therapy
Erie Community College