Russell Bell
Respiratory Therapist
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 20 years of experience in Respiratory healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Children Rehabilitation Center
2014.11 - 2022.11
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
Respiratory Therapist
RML Specialty Hospital
2011.05 - 2013.09
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Respiratory Therapist
Bethany Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
2007.04 - 2011.05
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Malcolm X College
Chicago, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Malcolm X College
Chicago,IL01.2007
Skills
- MS Office Proficiency
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Drug Administration Trained
- Care Planning
- Physical Assessment
- Heavy Lifting
- Breathing Exercises
- Medical Terminology
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Children Rehabilitation Center
2014.11 - 2022.11
Respiratory Therapist
RML Specialty Hospital
2011.05 - 2013.09
Respiratory Therapist
Bethany Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
2007.04 - 2011.05
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Malcolm X College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Malcolm X College
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