Sara Brinker
WVU Medicine Golisano Children's
Bruceton Mills,WV
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Experienced Respiratory Therapist with skills in neonatal/pediatric air and ground transportation. Skills are up to date through various classes, certifications, and hands-on learning. Strong clinical judgment, patient advocacy, and team collaboration in urgent respiratory situations.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
17 Years 4 Months- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members during off site transports and emergent airway situations.
- Managed ventilator settings, airway equipment, and oxygen delivery systems for critically ill children.
- Assessed pediatric respiratory status and adjusted therapy plans to support individualized patient care.
- Administered bronchodilators, aerosol, and humidification treatments per physician orders and clinical protocols.
- Monitored blood gases and pulse oximetry to identify changes in respiratory function and escalate concerns.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of the pediatric transport team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as intubations, chest tubes, needle decompressions, and umbilical line
placement.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Neonatal Intensive Care
Airway management
Pediatric Intensive Care
Respiratory equipment setup
Intubation
Medication administration
Chest tube insertion
Caring bedside manner
Umbilical line insertion
Arterial blood gas analysis
Air/Ground Transportation
Strong clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Emergency medical care
Team collaboration
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
- STABLE
- PFCCS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
WVU Medicine Golisano Children's
06.2009 - CurrentRead More
Allegheny College of Maryland
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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