Summer Knight
Gray,GA
Summary
Confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients and treating conditions. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. State-registered, fully certified and ready for fast-paced, challenging work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
06.2023 - Current
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
Respiratory Technician
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta, GA
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained patient records and prepared reports on patient progress.
- Performed including spirometry and diffusion capacity studies.
- Conducted arterial blood gas analysis using a blood gas analyzer.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians for the treatment of respiratory conditions.
- Instructed patients in proper use of home medical equipment such as nebulizers and inhalers.
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Houston Medical Center
Warner Robins , GA
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments and treatments provided.
- Assisted in the setup of mechanical ventilators for critically ill patients.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for respiratory therapy treatment sessions.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations regarding respiratory distress or failure.
- Maintained a clean environment within the respiratory therapy department.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment used for respiratory treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Service Administration
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA12-2019
Skills
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Treatment Administration
- Neonatal intensive care
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
06.2023 - Current
Respiratory Technician
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
05.2022 - 04.2023
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Houston Medical Center
03.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Middle Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Service Administration
Middle Georgia State University
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