Sara Demarais BSRC, RRT
Wilsonville,OR
Summary
Respiratory Care Practitioner with 12 years experience treating patients with respiratory health conditions. Proficient in expertly managing patient care through active listening, prompt treatment and meticulous patient care records. Patient-oriented with a focus on providing excellent service while carefully monitoring treatment effectiveness. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Salem Health - Hospital
Salem , OR
05.2023 - Current
- Provide respiratory care services to acutely ill patients in intensive care units.
- Develop individualized treatment plans for each patient based on physician orders and assessments.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of therapies administered to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Monitor ventilator settings according to established protocols and adjusted accordingly when needed.
- Perform arterial blood gas analysis, evaluating results for accuracy and making necessary adjustments to ventilator settings or treatments as needed.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the department to improve overall patient outcomes.
Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner Neo/Peds
Legacy Health Emanuel Hospital
Portland , OR
07.2012 - Current
- Care for patients by providing respiratory treatments.
- Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators and handle associated critical care duties.
- Conduct cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Adhere to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Educate patients and families about conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques.
- Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
Veterinary Specialty Hospital
San Diego , CA
07.1999 - 07.2009
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, OR06.2012
Associate of Science - TV And Film
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Boise State University
Boise, IDSkills
- Assessing patients
- Patient and caregiver education
- MS Office proficiency
- Patient care documentation
- Problem resolution
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist State of Oregon - 2012
- ACLS Certification - 2022
- NRP Certification - 2021
- PALS Certification- 2023
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Salem Health - Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner Neo/Peds
Legacy Health Emanuel Hospital
07.2012 - Current
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
Veterinary Specialty Hospital
07.1999 - 07.2009
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mt. Hood Community College
Associate of Science - TV And Film
San Diego City College
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Boise State University
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist State of Oregon - 2012
- ACLS Certification - 2022
- NRP Certification - 2021
- PALS Certification- 2023
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