Sandy Williams
Jackson,MS
Summary
Skilled Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at ST. DOMINIC HOSPITAL, adept in airway management and patient education. Demonstrated success in ventilator support and emergency response, enhancing patient breathing functions and promoting self-care. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams, emphasizing compassionate care and clinical excellence.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
FMOLHS
02.2019 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Respiratory Therapist
ST.DOMINIC HOSPITAL / MERGE TO FMOLH
02.1986 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Education
ONE YEAR PROGRAMS - RESPIRATORY TECH PROGRAMS
HINDS ALLIED & HEALTH
JACKSON MS. 05-1985
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment setup
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – [State] Health Department or equivalent state licensing body.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
FMOLHS
02.2019 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
ST.DOMINIC HOSPITAL / MERGE TO FMOLH
02.1986 - Current
ONE YEAR PROGRAMS - RESPIRATORY TECH PROGRAMS
HINDS ALLIED & HEALTH
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