STEPHANIE GERMAN
Redding,CA
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at MCHD Trinity Hospital and Enloe Medical Center as well as Shasta View Care Center, excelling in airway management and mechanical ventilation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective tracheostomy care and mentoring new therapists. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and committed to delivering compassionate care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Shasta View Care Center
04.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Mountain Communities Healthcare System
02.2014 - 06.2025
Perform patient assessment
Respiratory Therapist
Enloe Medical Center
05.2005 - 11.2013
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Butte College
Oroville, CA05-2005
Skills
- Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders
- Administer oxygen, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy treatments
- Monitor patients' respiratory status and respond to changes in condition
- Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis
- Set up and operate mechanical ventilators for patients requiring ventilatory support
- Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop and implement patient care plans
- Educate patients and their families on managing respiratory conditions and using equipment such as inhalers or home oxygen
- Maintain accurate records of therapy sessions, treatments, and patient responses
- Ensure proper function, cleaning, and maintenance of respiratory equipment
- Assist with emergency interventions, such as intubation or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Participate in weaning protocols and monitor patient progress during ventilator weaning
- Follow infection control procedures and safety standards to protect patients and staff
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Shasta View Care Center
04.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Mountain Communities Healthcare System
02.2014 - 06.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Enloe Medical Center
05.2005 - 11.2013
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Butte College
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