Registered Respiratory Therapist
Open To Work
Stephanie Gauldin
St Petersburg College
St Petersburg,FL
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Registered Respiratory Therapist and Educator with 10+ years of experience in critical care, clinical education, regulatory compliance, and respiratory care leadership. Proven ability to support departmental operations, supervise staff, and optimize workflows while ensuring adherence to Joint Commission, CAP, Infection Prevention, and hospital regulatory standards. Experienced in quality improvement initiatives, competency validation systems, policy and protocol development, and multidisciplinary committee participation focused on patient safety and regulatory readiness. Active contributor to corporate and hospital committees including policy and procedure, trauma, pathology, and corporate respiratory therapy council.
Work History
Full Time Respiratory Educator
2 Years 1 Month- Develop and deliver comprehensive onboarding and continuing education programs for respiratory therapy staff, improving clinical competency and adherence to evidence-based practices
- Evaluate staff performance through competency assessments, skills validation, and simulation-based training
- Provide hands-on instruction for advanced respiratory equipment, including mechanical ventilators, non-invasive ventilation systems, and airway management tools
- Collaborate with leadership to identify knowledge gaps and implement targeted education initiatives that enhance patient care outcomes
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Joint Commission, Infection Prevention, College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements and hospital policies and procedures
- Lead and support quality improvement projects focused on respiratory care, patient safety, and workflow efficiency
- Serve as a clinical resource across interdisciplinary teams, including new hires, students, respiratory care staff, nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, pharmacy, and medical residents
- Assist in the development and revision of departmental policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
- Maintain accurate records of training, certifications, and staff competencies
- Manage and Maintain ABG Lab
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
10 Years 9 Months- Fostered a culture of excellence by serving as a role model for best practices in clinical environments.
- Guided students through clinical settings to enhance practical learning experiences.
- Facilitated student development by supervising, monitoring, and guiding progress towards clinical benchmarks.
- Monitored and evaluated student performance in respiratory practices to maintain high standards of safety and competency.
- Assessed clinical performance and communicated tailored feedback to students, promoting their professional development.
- Collaborated with faculty to discuss and evaluate student performance and ongoing progress.
Full Time Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist
7 Years 3 Months- Provide Assistance to Supervisor and Manager
- Responsible for Assigning Work Loads and Supervising Staff
- Responsible for Staffing Schedule
- Provide Assistance to Respiratory Staff
- Precept New Hires
- Performs Annual Competency Assessments
- Provides Feedback on Performance Improvements
- Manage and Maintain ABG Lab
- Maintain Communication to all members of the Patient Care Team, not limited to Respiratory Staff and Physicians
- Perform Daily Safety Huddle
- Chart Review
- Hold Classes on Airway Management, Tracheostomy Care, Oxygen Therapy, and Ventilator Management for Medical Residents and Nursing Staff
- Update and Develop Departmental Protocols and Procedures
Full Time Registered Respiratory Therapist
5 Years 6 Months- Airway Management
- Assess Patients and Assist with Diagnosis and Treatment of Pulmonary Diseases
- Hyperinflation Therapy
- Patient Chart Documentation
- Invasive and Non- Invasive Ventilator Management
- Trauma ICU/CVICU/Neuro ICU/MSICU/ER Experience
- Aerosol Therapy
- Obtain and Interpret ABG’s
- Follow Written/ Verbal Orders Given by Physicians
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Follow Respiratory Driven Protocols in the Treatment of Vented and Non-Vented Patients
- Perform Complete Pulmonary Function Tests, Including FVC, DCLCO and Body Plethysmograph
- Bronchoscopy Assist
- Percutaneous Tracheostomy Assist
- Precept New Hires
- COPD Education
PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist
8 MonthsPart Time Respiratory Student Tech
7 MonthsEducation
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Master of Science - Respiratory Care
Bachelor of Applied Science - Health Services Administration
Skills
Microsoft Office (Outlook
Excel
Word
PowerPoint)
EPIC and Cerner clinical documentation platforms
Certification
- RRT-ACCS
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
Timeline
Full Time Respiratory Educator
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Full Time Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist
Orlando Health Bayfront Health
02.2017 - 05.2024Read More
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
St Petersburg College
09.2015 - CurrentRead More
PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist
BayCare Extended Care
01.2013 - 09.2013Read More
Full Time Registered Respiratory Therapist
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital
08.2011 - 02.2017Read More
Part Time Respiratory Student Tech
Orlando Health Bayfront Health
01.2011 - 08.2011Read More
St Petersburg College
Bachelor of Applied Science from Health Services Administration
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St Petersburg College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Care
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Boise State University
Master of Science from Respiratory Care
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