TESSA MILLER
Coos Bay,OR
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with over 10 years of experience in acute care settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist Lead
Coquille Valley Hospital
06.2016 - Current
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Assist in intubations and management of airway.
- Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lower Umpqua Hospital
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bay Area Hospital
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care and executing physician-prescribed treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, self-care techniques, and disease management strategies.
- Provided effective airway management during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitation efforts.
- Administered medications via aerosol or nebulizer treatments, ensuring appropriate dosages for optimal therapeutic effect.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Preferred Homecare
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Managed oxygen delivery systems efficiently while ensuring patient safety during home visits.
- Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals seeking guidance on respiratory therapy techniques and best practices.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Setup respiratory equipment in a DME environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Kaplan/Brightwood College
Salida10.2013
Skills
- Patient Educator in COPD
- Emergency Department and Critical Care Experienced
- Airway Management
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Oxygen Therapy
- Time Management
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Infection Prevention
- Clinical Decision Making
- Respiratory Medication Administration
- PALS and ACLS Certified
- Arterial Blood Gas Drawing and Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Ventilator Management
- Non-Invasive Ventilation
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- EKG
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Affiliations
Member of American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist Lead
Coquille Valley Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lower Umpqua Hospital
06.2016 - 03.2018
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Bay Area Hospital
03.2015 - 05.2016
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Preferred Homecare
07.2014 - 03.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Kaplan/Brightwood College
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