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Terrell Black

NORCROSS,GA

Summary

Accomplished Pulmonary Procedure Specialist with a proven track record at Northside Atlanta Hospital, adept in ultrasound-guided needle aspirations, advanced respiratory care and emergency response. Excelled in reducing readmission rates by innovating education programs and enhancing team efficiency through expert problem-solving and proficient use of healthcare technologies. Demonstrates exceptional sterile technique and patient care coordination skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Pulmonary Procedure Specialist

Northside Hospital Atlanta
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisting Pulmonologists with securing lung tissue samples for lab dissection using ultrasound-guided needle aspiration.
  • Set up endoscopy suite with appropriate equipment gathering and setting all appropriate parameters.
  • Clean the appropriate endoscope and ensure guideline compliance is followed
  • Follow the patient's recovery in the ICU, managing ventilation systems and titration protocol.

Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead

Northside Hospital Atlanta
04.2016 - Current
  • Reduced readmission rates for patients with chronic lung diseases through targeted education programs and follow-up care coordination.
  • Improved department efficiency through the development of new processes and scheduling strategies.
  • Optimized team performance by providing training, mentoring, and feedback to fellow therapists.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Provided emergency response support during critical situations, such as code blue events or rapid response activations.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Parkland Memorial Hospital
09.2014 - 02.2016
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
  • Assisted in the development of clinical protocols for the management of various respiratory conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
06.2010

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL
05.2008

Skills

  • Sterile Technique/OR
  • Ultrasound/Ebus, Bronchoscopy Procedures, Monarch Robot

Procedures

  • Expert Problem Solving
  • Documentation Management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Epic, and Cerner
  • Emergency Response

Timeline

Pulmonary Procedure Specialist

Northside Hospital Atlanta
10.2023 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead

Northside Hospital Atlanta
04.2016 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Parkland Memorial Hospital
09.2014 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Loma Linda University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Oakwood University

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