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Sandra Rucker

Greenfield,IN

Summary

Compassionate RRT with strong skills in emergency response and patient management. Known for effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams, enhancing patient care and safety in high-pressure environments. Results-driven respiratory therapist with a proven track record in training junior staff and conducting comprehensive patient assessments. Expertise in electronic health records, respiratory therapy techniques, and collaborative care, aiming to elevate patient education and treatment effectiveness.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

RRT

IU Health Riley Hosp
Indpls, IN
03.1992 - 07.2025
  • Administered respiratory therapies and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and at-home care techniques.
  • Conducted assessments of patient lung function using various diagnostic tools.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices in respiratory therapy and patient care standards.
  • Documented patient progress and treatment adjustments in electronic health records accurately.
  • Participated in continuous education programs to remain current with industry standards and practices.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
  • Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
  • Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
  • Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
  • Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
  • Facilitated communication between caregivers and family members concerning the health status of the patient.
  • Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.

Education

Certificate of Technology - Respiratory Care

IVY Tech
Hammond, IN
02-1987

Associate of Science - Clerical

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
12-1982

Skills

  • Electronic health records
  • Treatment protocols
  • Patient education
  • Patient assessment
  • Respiratory therapy
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Emergency response
  • Problem solving
  • Continuous improvement
  • Attention to detail
  • Self-Directed
  • Communication
  • Computer skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RRT

IU Health Riley Hosp
03.1992 - 07.2025

Certificate of Technology - Respiratory Care

IVY Tech

Associate of Science - Clerical

Vincennes University

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