Susan Rattigan
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic seasoned professional eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills with a clear understanding of Healthcare. I have been in healthcare for approximately 18 years and would love to work as a Healthcare professional within your organization to further help to meet the organization's visions and goals by applying the skills and knowledge I have obtained throughout the years.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Register Respiratory Therpaist
Children's Hospital Colorado (12/2016-09/2018)
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations. Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions. Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures. Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines. Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Parkview Medical Center (01/2016-01/2017)
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments. Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team. Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Contract)
Maxim Healthcare Agency
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Assume responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and performed therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations. Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes. Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment. Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Registered Respiratory Therapist, (Per Diem)
Jupiter Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Assume responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and performed therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support. Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments. Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations. Pediatric care and Pediatric Emergency Room.
Registered Respiratory Therapist, (Contract)
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center (HealthTrust)
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support. Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments. Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations. Pediatric care and Pediatric ICU.
Charge Registered Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Rehab
Cleveland Clinic
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Assume responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and performed therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments. Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment. Implemented medical care plans and documented activities in medical systems. Helped develop care plans for patients with complex needs and assisted patients with using rehabilitation equipment. Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Register Respiratory Therapist, (Full-time)
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Assume responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and performed therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist/Unit Secretary II
Penrose Hospital
10.2011 - 09.2018
- Assume responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and performed therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist, (Full-time)
Parkview Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assume responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and performed therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments. Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05.2024
Bachelors Of Science -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.2018
Associate degree - Respiratory Therapy
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO05.2016
High School Diploma - General Studies
Harrison High School
Colorado05.2006
Skills
- Computer Proficient
- Critical Care
- Neonatal and Pediatric Critical Care
- Emergency Care
- Geriatrics
- Medication administration
- Patient Education
- Airway Management
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Certification
- FL Respiratory Therapy License #: RT16802
- CO Respiratory Therapy License #: RTL.0005007
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
References
References Available Upon Request.
Timeline
Register Respiratory Therpaist
Children's Hospital Colorado (12/2016-09/2018)
06.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Parkview Medical Center (01/2016-01/2017)
02.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist, (Per Diem)
Jupiter Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Contract)
Maxim Healthcare Agency
09.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist, (Contract)
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center (HealthTrust)
11.2020 - 03.2022
Charge Registered Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Rehab
Cleveland Clinic
07.2019 - 11.2020
Register Respiratory Therapist, (Full-time)
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
10.2018 - 11.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist, (Full-time)
Parkview Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Registered Respiratory Therapist/Unit Secretary II
Penrose Hospital
10.2011 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Capella University
Bachelors Of Science -
University of Cincinnati
Associate degree - Respiratory Therapy
Pueblo Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Harrison High School
- FL Respiratory Therapy License #: RT16802
- CO Respiratory Therapy License #: RTL.0005007
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
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