Terrie Lawrence, RRT
Vandalia,OH
Summary
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 23 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kettering Health Dayton
06.2016 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and evidence-based interventions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were deliverd.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures perfomed.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Premier Health Miami Valley Hospital
06.2000 - 10.2012
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH05.2000
Skills
- Respiratory Equipment Setup and Cleaning
- Patient Care Electronic Documentation
- Care Plan Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medication and Treatment Administration
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Airway Management
- High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Non-Invasive Ventilation
- Clinical Decision Making
- Oxygen Therapy
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Emergency Medical Care
- End of Life Care
Accomplishments
- 2021 Kettering Health Dayton Leadership Choice Award
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist RCP.8655
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- American Red Cross Advanced Life Support (ACLS)Certification
- American Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- American Red Cross Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kettering Health Dayton
06.2016 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Premier Health Miami Valley Hospital
06.2000 - 10.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Sinclair Community College
- Registered Respiratory Therapist RCP.8655
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- American Red Cross Advanced Life Support (ACLS)Certification
- American Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- American Red Cross Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
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