Sherry Gasque
Dillon,SC
Summary
Skilled Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at McLeod Regional Medical Center, adept in ventilator and airway management. Demonstrates exceptional patient and caregiver education, ensuring optimal care outcomes. Proven track record in improving treatment effectiveness through meticulous patient monitoring and education. Renowned for troubleshooting complex respiratory equipment, enhancing patient care quality.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, SC
08.1990 - Current
- Manage ventilators and other life-supporting equipment used in the NICU and PICU setting.
- Assist with delivery room resuscitations when needed.
- Conducts cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Consults with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Evaluates cases of insufficient ventilation and seeks advice from a physician
- Assists in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Reviews current literature related to respiratory disorders and treatments in order to update clinical skillset.
- Performs diagnostic tests, such as arterial blood gas analysis and insertion of peripheral arterial lines.
- Member of NICU Transport Team.
- Certified Asthma Educator.
- Completes Asthma Action Plan.
- Provides extensive asthma education to all patients when appropriate.
- Monitors patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and makes necessary adjustments.
- Provides guidance on application of oxygen therapy and ventilators.
- Records treatments and any variations in patient conditions.
- Works closely with various healthcare professionals to maximize patient outcomes
- COPD Educator
- Facilitates monthly Family Asthma Education classes.
- Leads educational classes focusing on COPD.
- Directs Annual Asthma Camp
Respiratory Therapist
Pee Dee Home Medical
Dillon, SC
06.2014 - Current
- Performs CPAP set ups
- Educates patient in regard to CPAP therapy
- Educates patient on sleep apnea and effectiveness of CPAP therapy
- Performs CPAP evaluations for compliance
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC05-1991
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Airway management
- Intubation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Patient and caregiver education
- Patient Care
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Treatment Administration
Accomplishments
- Merit Award- Highest Honor at McLeod Health
- HealthCare Hero Award
Certification
- NPS- Neonatal Pediatric Specialist
- AE-C - Certified Asthma Educator
- COPD Educator
- NRP Instructor- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- NICU and PICU transport team member
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Pee Dee Home Medical
06.2014 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.1990 - Current
- NPS- Neonatal Pediatric Specialist
- AE-C - Certified Asthma Educator
- COPD Educator
- NRP Instructor- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- NICU and PICU transport team member
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Florence-Darlington Technical College
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