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Shae Gardner

Warminster,PA

Summary

Compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist with expertise in oxygen therapy and airway management. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and advocating for patient needs in critical environments.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2023 - Current
  • Administered respiratory therapy treatments under physician supervision to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Utilized advanced respiratory equipment to deliver high-quality patient care consistently.
  • Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
  • Assisted in emergency response for respiratory distress, ensuring timely interventions.
  • Identified and addressed high-risk situations, such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation, to enhance patient safety.
  • Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
  • Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans, improving overall treatment effectiveness.
  • Accurately documented patient progress and treatment outcomes for clinical records.
  • Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions to equip new hires with essential knowledge of protocols and safety procedures in respiratory therapy. new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
Allentown, Pennsylvania
06.2020 - 11.2023

Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with various respiratory conditions.

  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted therapies based on clinical assessments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Executed outlined responsibilities to deliver quality respiratory care

Education

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Eastern Center For Arts And Technology
Willow Grove
06-2015

High School Diploma -

Hatboro Horsham High School
Horsham
06-2015

Skills

  • Oxygen therapy
  • Medication administration
  • Airway management
  • Respiratory assessment
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Tracheostomy management
  • Nitric oxide therapy
  • Patient advocacy and bronchial hygiene
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient advocacy

Certification

  • BLS (04/07/2026 - (4/30/2028)

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
11.2023 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
06.2020 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Gwynedd Mercy University

High School Diploma -

Eastern Center For Arts And Technology

High School Diploma -

Hatboro Horsham High School
Shae Gardner