Taylor Zimmerman
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Patient-oriented Respiratory Therapist offering a 3-year background assisting in diagnosing, treating and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and practices in critical care and other hospital settings to determine requirements for treatment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Healthcare Support
Baltimore, MD
04.2022 - Current
- Team member of Johns Hopkins Children’s Center respiratory department providing high-quality respiratory care for pediatric patients on general care floors.
- Charting using Epic charting program.
- Proficiently set up and operated devices such as invasive and non-invasive ventilators, therapeutic gas administration equipment, bronchopulmonary hygiene equipment, and aerosol generators for pediatric patients.
- Managed and monitored patient response to invasive and non-invasive ventilation treatments by assessing vital signs, blood gases, and blood chemistries to properly treat patients.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
KPG Healthcare
Estes Park, Colorado
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Team member of Estes Park Health respiratory department.
- Charting using Epic charting program.
- Conducted daily Covid-19 outpatient swabbing. Swabbing 60-80 patients per day.
- Aided Labor and Delivery Team during C-Sections and high risk deliveries.
- Rebuilt and restored Outpatient Pulmonary Function Testing.
- Performed Full Pulmonary Function Testing for outpatients.
- Performed manager like duties, including schedule making, resolving staffing issues, and interdepartmental coordination.
- Conducted home oxygen discharges for inpatients.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications to improve breathing.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Maxim Healthcare Services
Laurel, Maryland
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Team member of a strictly Covid-19 facility's respiratory department managing three intensive care units and two step down units.
- Charting using Cerner Power Chart program.
- Cared for critically ill ventilated patients as well as step down caliber patients suffering from Covid-19.
- Performed arterial blood gas punctures and analyzed results using iStat.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatment of Covid-19.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for adult patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional
Salisbury, Maryland
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Team member of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Hospital's respiratory department.
- Charted using Epic charting program.
- Assessed and administered correct therapeutic levels of oxygen with various devices, and knowledge of how to troubleshoot them.
- Performed numerous arterial blood gas punctures as well as operating machinery to obtain and analyze results to make appropriate adjustments
- Proficiently set up and operated devices such as invasive and non-invasive ventilators, therapeutic gas administration machinery, and aerosol generators;
- Performed as well as assisted with multiple intubations involving video laryngoscopy as well as direct intubations and checked for proper placement using capnography and auscultation.
- Managed and monitored patient’s response to invasive and non-invasive ventilation and therapeutic treatments by assessing vital signs, arterial blood gasses, and blood chemistries to properly treat critical patients.
- Performed as well as assisted with numerous arterial line insertions to continuously monitor patient’s blood pressure and ensure ease of blood draws.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, tracheostomies, and thoracenteses.
Lifeguard
Salisbury University
Salisbury, Maryland
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
- Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly.
- Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs.
- Scrutinized pool deck area to prevent possible injuries or fatalities, minimizing emergent situations.
Lifeguard
Pocomoke River State Park
Snow Hill, Maryland
05.2012 - 09.2018
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in facility.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Provides emergency care and treatment until arrival of emergency medical services.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Checked pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions.
- Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
- Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in positive learning environment.
- Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs.
- Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy, Minor in Biology
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05.2019
Skills
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient Advocacy
- Customer Satisfaction
- Creative Thinking
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Arterial Punctures
- Ventilation Management
- Tracheostomy Care
Professional Credentials
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)-National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)-American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)-American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)-American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)- American Academy of Pediatrics
Hobbies
- Motorcycle riding
- Watching Auburn University college football
- Hiking with my Corgi, Otter
- Live music concerts
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Healthcare Support
04.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
KPG Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Maxim Healthcare Services
01.2021 - 07.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional
09.2019 - 01.2021
Lifeguard
Salisbury University
08.2017 - 05.2019
Lifeguard
Pocomoke River State Park
05.2012 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy, Minor in Biology
Salisbury University