Shirley Asante
Randallstown,Maryland
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 12 years of experience working with pediatric, adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UMMS St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2013 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Precept new employees and assisted with charge duties when needed.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Holy Cross Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northwest Hospital
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University Of Maryland Medical Center
03.2013 - 05.2013
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Riley Hospital For Children At Indiana University Health
02.2011 - 11.2012
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY12.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati Clermont College
Batavia, OH09.2010
Skills
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Patient Care Documentation
- Reporting and Documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Tracheostomy Care
- Emergency Medical Care
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Team Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Patient Advocacy
- EEG Proficient
- Ceribel superuser
- Epic Superuser
- Resource and Preceptor
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient Health Information Access
- Ventilator Management
- Tracheotomy Equipment
- Cystic Fibrosis
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Additional Information
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Languages
TWI
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northwest Hospital
07.2017 - 12.2017
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Holy Cross Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UMMS St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2013 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University Of Maryland Medical Center
03.2013 - 05.2013
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Riley Hospital For Children At Indiana University Health
02.2011 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Kentucky University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati Clermont College
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