Stephanie Evans
Coldwater,MS
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Methodist Healthcare, adept in airway management and patient education. Excelled in delivering critical care, including ventilator support and emergency response, enhancing patient recovery rates. Renowned for professional bedside manner, significantly improving patient and family adherence to treatment plans.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - 11.2021
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northwest Community College
Senatobia, MS05.2020
Skills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient Education
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medication Administration
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Equipment Setup
Certification
Registered Respiratory Therapist
BLS
ACLS
NRP
PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - 11.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
BLS
ACLS
NRP
PALS
Associate Of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northwest Community College
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