TERESA Johnson
Burleson,TX
Summary
Proven leader in cardiopulmonary care at Texas Health Huguley Hospital, adept in enhancing patient outcomes through innovative treatment plans and staff collaboration. Excelled in reducing operational costs while ensuring high-quality care. Skilled in problem-solving and team motivation, contributing to significant improvements in patient satisfaction scores.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiopulmonary Team Leader- RRT
Texas Health Huguley Hospital
08.2003 - 01.2023
- Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
- Spearheaded process improvements aimed at increasing departmental productivity and reducing operational costs.
- Contributed to hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience scores through targeted interventions in the respiratory therapy domain.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities for the respiratory therapy team, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Collaborated with physicians to accurately diagnose and treat various pulmonary disorders, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and ABGS
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Respiratory Therapist
Wadley Regional Medical Center
12.1999 - 08.2003
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, ARSkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Team motivation
- Documentation And Reporting
- Staff Training
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Staff education and training
- Conflict Resolution
- Shift Scheduling
Timeline
Cardiopulmonary Team Leader- RRT
Texas Health Huguley Hospital
08.2003 - 01.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Wadley Regional Medical Center
12.1999 - 08.2003
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
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