Taylor Dietz
Papillion,NE
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare
Children's Colorado & Childrens Mercy
01.2023 - Current
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Atlas Medstaff
UNC Chapel Hill Childrens
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Respiratory Therapist
Nebraska Medicine
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Medical Center Omaha
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE05.2019
Skills
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Respiratory Monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Pediatric Care
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Relationship Building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Atlas Medstaff
05.2022 - 12.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Nebraska Medicine
12.2020 - 04.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Medical Center Omaha
09.2019 - 11.2020
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Metropolitan Community College