Tamika Burns
11201 Rose Hill Court ,Fredericksburg, VA
Summary
Experienced with patient assessment and respiratory therapy. Utilizes advanced respiratory care techniques to improve patient outcomes. Track record of successful collaboration with healthcare teams and adapting to diverse patient needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Titan Medical Group
Omaha, NE
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
Respiratory Therapist
Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
Fredericksburg, VA
04.2020 - 03.2025
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management and support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
Respiratory Therapist
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
Respiratory Therapist
Club Staffing AMN Healthcare
Boca Raton, FL
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
Good Shepherd Medical Center Marshall
Marshall, TX
02.2003 - 01.2017
- Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Optimized airway management and ventilator support by skillfully aided physicians in performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls and immediately initiated treatment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southern University Shreveport
Shreveport, LA05-2001
Diploma -
Fair Park High School
Shreveport, LA05.1986
Skills
- Aerosol therapy and Bronchial hygiene
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Direct patient care and assessments
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Tracheostomy care
- Airway and Ventilator management
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Titan Medical Group
04.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
04.2020 - 03.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Riverside Regional Medical Center
10.2019 - 04.2020
Respiratory Therapist
Club Staffing AMN Healthcare
03.2017 - 10.2019
Respiratory Therapist
Good Shepherd Medical Center Marshall
02.2003 - 01.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southern University Shreveport
Diploma -
Fair Park High School