Sarah Higgins
Spring
Summary
Adaptable and compassionate professional with background in clinical setting, seeking new opportunities to grow and learn. Demonstrates excellent patient care abilities and proficiency in operating medical equipment. Ready to bring strong commitment to patient well-being and clinical expertise to new and challenging roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann
03.2024 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HCA North Cypress
03.2020 - 10.2024
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Pima Medical Institute
Houston, TX12.2019
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Endotracheal intubation
- Care plan management
- Nitric oxide therapy
- Ventilator management
- Respiratory medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann
03.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HCA North Cypress
03.2020 - 10.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Pima Medical Institute
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