Sarah Zink
Columbus,OH
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 22 years of experience in caring for both children and medically complex adults in the inpatient healthcare setting. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.2001 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Streamlined department operations to increase efficiency in therapy delivery and documentation.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05.2001
Skills
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- CPR/AED American Heart Association Instructor
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Clinical Leadership (Charge Therapist)
- Infection Control
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Mechanical ventilation
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Professional and Caring Bedside Manner
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.2001 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Erie Community College
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