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Shannon Cambridge

Ashkum,IL

Summary

Accomplished Registered Respiratory Therapist. Adept in airway management and fostering team collaboration. Expertise in enhancing patient well-being through innovative respiratory treatments and education, significantly improving lung function. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and emergency care proficiency, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Aya Healthcare Services
10.2021 - 01.2024
  • Assessing patients with respiratory disorders, conducting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, and administering respiratory therapy.
  • Operate medical devices, monitoring patient responses, and provide emergency care when needed.
  • Work closely with healthcare teams to manage respiratory conditions, improve lung function and enhance patient well-being.
  • Educate patient about respiratory health and disease prevention.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
  • Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
  • Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Barnes Jewish Hospital BJC
10.2016 - 06.2020
    • Delivered services following guidelines established by BJC to keep company compliant.
    • Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
    • Provide high quality care in all areas of the facility including Emergency Room and ICU departments.
    • Member of "Code Blue" and" Rapid Response Team".
    • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
    • Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
    • 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.
    • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
    • Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
    • 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.
    • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
    • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

St. Elizabeth's Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
    • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
    • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
    • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
    • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
    • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
    • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
    • Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
    • Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory

Saint Louis College of Health
Fenton, MI
12.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Saint Louis College of Health
Fenton, MI
06.2015

High School Diploma -

Niceville Senior High School
Niceville, FL
06.1994

Skills

    • Patient Care
    • Ethics and Professionalism
    • Respiratory equipment setup
    • Respiratory Medication Administration
    • Treatment Planning
    • Patient Needs Assessment
    • Arterial blood gas analysis
      • Tracheostomy Care
      • Airway Management
      • Non-invasive ventilation
      • Multitasking Abilities
      • Teamwork and Collaboration
      • Emergency Care

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Aya Healthcare Services
10.2021 - 01.2024

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Barnes Jewish Hospital BJC
10.2016 - 06.2020

Registered Respiratory Therapist

St. Elizabeth's Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory

Saint Louis College of Health

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Saint Louis College of Health

High School Diploma -

Niceville Senior High School

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