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Robin Whitaker

Robin Whitaker

Registered Respiratoy Therapist/ Sales
Elizabethton,TN

Summary

Accomplished Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Bristol Regional Medical Center, enhancing patient ventilation efficacy through meticulous blood gas analysis and innovative oxygenation strategies. Expert in airway management and emergency care, complemented by a strong commitment to patient education and team collaboration. Demonstrates exceptional clinical leadership and interpersonal communication skills.

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Erlanger Medical Center

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Bristol Regional Medical Center
06.1988
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
  • Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.

Life Insurance Agent

Al Williams Properties
06.1986

Assisted clients with Life Insurance policy arrangements and I also discussed with then how they could pay their mortgage off in 1/2 the amount of time that it would normally take them without having to borrow money or sale anything.

Education

NA - Undecided

ETSU
Johnson City

Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy Technology

Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN
06.1988

Skills

  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Airway Management
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
  • Bronchial Hygiene
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Respiratory Medication Administration
  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Patient Education
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Patient care documentation
  • Care Plan Management
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation
  • Home Care Support
  • Outpatient Care
  • Team Collaboration
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Caring Bedside Manner
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Emergency medical care
  • Patient Instruction
  • Intubation
  • Equipment Cleaning
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Physical assessments
  • End of life care
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Spirometer reading
  • Patient Care
  • Medical Terminology
  • Relationship Building
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Care Planning
  • Initial Trauma Life Support
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist (RRT-ACCS)
  • Treatment Planning
  • Care management
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialist
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Time Management

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Bristol Regional Medical Center
06.1988

Life Insurance Agent

Al Williams Properties
06.1986

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Erlanger Medical Center

NA - Undecided

ETSU

Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy Technology

Chattanooga State Community College
Robin WhitakerRegistered Respiratoy Therapist/ Sales