Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT BALDWIN, adept in pulmonary function testing and patient education. Demonstrated excellence in ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing patient outcomes through effective treatment adjustments. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with patients and team members, significantly improving treatment experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT BALDWIN
Milledgeville, GA
08.2006 - Current
Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
Administered medication and ventilatory support.
Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
Ensured accuracy of test results by calibrating equipment daily and performing quality control checks as required.
Educated patients on cardiac and pulmonary conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Georgia Medical
Atlanta, GA
05-2006
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Georgia Military College
Milledgeville, GA
05-1999
Skills
Physical assessments
Patient and caregiver education
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Patient care documentation
Spirometer reading
Pulmonary function screenings
Patient education
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Continuous positive airway pressure
Clinical leadership
First aid and CPR
Emergency medical care
Coaching and mentoring
Airway management
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory equipment setup
Treatment plan development
Sleep disorder treatment
Pulmonary function testing
Reporting and documentation
Relationship building
Outpatient care
Certification
NBRC
CRT
BLS
ACLS
NRP
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT BALDWIN
08.2006 - Current
NBRC
CRT
BLS
ACLS
NRP
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Georgia Medical
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Georgia Military College
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