Taylor Jennings
Goodview,VA
Summary
Committed and compassionate Respiratory Therapist with experience in both neonatal/pediatric and adult care settings. Skilled in conducting respiratory assessments, managing ventilators, and providing emergency respiratory care efficiently. Strengths include strong analytical abilities to evaluate patient needs, develop appropriate treatment plans, and adapt interventions based on patient responses. Contributed to improving patient outcomes through diligent application of advanced respiratory techniques and collaborative healthcare team engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Assisted with tracheostomy care including changing tubes and suctioning secretions.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Provided educational support for patients on disease processes and treatments.
Waitress
Town Center Taphouse
Daleville, VA
06.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
- Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Processed payments accurately using cash registers or POS systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05-2023
Skills
- Drug administration trained
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care documentation
- Reporting and documentation
- Ventilator management
- Medical terminology
- Airway management
- Professional bedside manner
- Oxygen therapy
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Virginia Board of Medicine
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- Epic Systems Training Certification
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Waitress
Town Center Taphouse
06.2019 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Virginia Community College
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