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Stephen Sullins

Weston

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Registered Respiratory TherapistRegistered Respiratory TherapistRegistered Respiratory Therapist

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Weston, USKansas City, KSKansas City, MO
Open to relocation: Yes

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Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k match

Summary

Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist recognized for strong clinical judgment and effective team collaboration. Expertise in implementing evidence-based protocols and driving quality improvement initiatives to enhance respiratory care services.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Overland Park Regional Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
12.2014 - Current
  • Delivered targeted respiratory therapies and treatments to enhance patient recovery and comfort.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient progress and refined treatment plans to ensure optimal care.
  • Engaged with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient care outcomes and ensure adherence to safety standards.
  • Provided comprehensive education to patients and families to enhance understanding of respiratory health equipment and therapeutic practices.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Amberwell Health
Atchison, KS
10.2014 - 03.2021
  • Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients with diverse pulmonary conditions.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care and ensure safety protocols.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, equipment usage, and therapeutic techniques.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Liberty Hospital
Liberty, MO
10.2014 - 11.2015
  • Conducted comprehensive evaluations of lung function using diagnostic tools and technologies.
  • Trained junior staff in best practices for respiratory therapy procedures and equipment handling.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery within the respiratory department.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols to streamline patient care processes and improve outcomes.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO
09-2014

Skills

  • Arterial blood gas interpretation
  • Airway management
  • Effective non-invasive ventilation techniques
  • Tracheostomy patient support
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Bronchial hygiene
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Respiratory medication administration
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Patient education
  • Electronic medical records
  • Patient care documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical decision making
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Ventilator management
  • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and caregiver education
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Caring bedside manner
  • Emergency medical care
  • Intubation
  • Equipment setup
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Mechanical ventilation management
  • First aid and CPR
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)

Certification

  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • NRP

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Overland Park Regional Medical Center
12.2014 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Amberwell Health
10.2014 - 03.2021

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Liberty Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2015

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Concorde Career College