Sherri Baugh
Bristol Regional Medical Center
Fall Branch,TN
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist experienced in managing ventilator support and acute respiratory conditions. Recognized for strong time management and multitasking abilities, contributing to improved patient outcomes and quality of care.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 9 Months- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and self-management techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year 3 Months- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Administered inhalants and medications to improve patient breathing capabilities, leading to enhanced quality of life.
- Supported surgical teams during complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient breathing support.
- Improved patient outcomes by educating families on home care techniques and importance of medication adherence.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
8 Years 3 Months- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Respiratory Therapist
2 Years- Assist physician orders to determine treatments requirements, including therapy type, method and duration.
- Managed patient care in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Set up, monitored and adjusted mechanical ventilators, Bipaps and other respiratory equipment.
- Performed and ran ABG's on machine and I-Stat. Neb tx's, MDI's, suctioning, incentive spirometer, holter monitors, CPT, EKG's, O2 therapy, Bipap/Cpap, Neupuff, was present for all baby deliveries, performed Mini-BAL and assisted during cardiac arrest
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year 11 Months- Facilitated comprehensive patient care by engaging with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted regular assessments and modifications of ventilators and respiratory equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Executed bedside procedures including nebulizer treatments, BiPAP/CPAP management, EKG monitoring, and pulmonary function tests.
Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 4 Months- Conducted ventilator setup and provided comprehensive long-term management to optimize patient respiratory support.
- Facilitated effective tracheostomy care and timely tube changes for optimal patient comfort. Enhanced patient outcomes through proficient suctioning during nebulizer treatments. Advanced patient understanding of oxygen therapy through targeted education efforts.
- Analyzed patient health histories and engaged in discussions to determine appropriate treatment modalities.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health issues, focusing on treatment plans and medication adherence.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Skilled in airway interventions
Tracheostomy management
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory device setup
CPR certification
Bronchial hygiene techniques
Proficient in CPAP management
Skilled in airway management through intubation
Management of mechanical ventilation systems
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Bristol Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Therapist
Union General Hospital, Inc.
06.2022 - 09.2023Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Blue Ridge Medical Center
06.2015 - 09.2023Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights
06.2013 - 06.2015Read More
Respiratory Therapist
St. Francis Hospital
06.2011 - 05.2013Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
02.2009 - 06.2011Read More
Mountain State University
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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