Thrisha Thomas

• Adjusted settings of ventilators for mechanical ventilation based on physician directives.
• Conducted thorough inspections of equipment to confirm readiness for patient use.
• Monitored vital signs closely to identify changes in patient condition or treatment efficacy.
• Documented patient information and treatment outcomes in electronic health records meticulously.
• Delivered prescribed nitric oxide therapies under the guidance of medical professionals.
• Coordinated communication between healthcare providers and families regarding patient updates.
• Addressed emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac events with urgency.

• Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation if needed in an emergency situation.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
• Administered aerosolized medications using metered dose inhalers, nebulizers or jet nebulizers.
• Provided education to staff nurses regarding indications for various types of respiratory therapies.
• Managed tracheostomy tubes, suctioning tracheas when necessary.
• Performed and monitored mechanical ventilation, including intubation and extubation of patients.
• Educated patients on proper management of their disease process and modalities of treatment.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
• Evaluated effectiveness of respiratory treatments by monitoring vital signs pre-and post-treatment.
• Instructed family members in the use of home medical equipment related to respiratory care needs.
• Assessed patient's oxygenation status by analyzing arterial blood gas results.
• Monitored ventilator settings to ensure optimal support for the patient.
• Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
• Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
• Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.

• Executed patient documentation using Cerner for accurate record-keeping.
• Conducted ABG draws and assessed results for Pediatric and Geriatric patients, reporting findings to attending Physician or Nurse.
• Performed capillary gas assessments via ISTAT, delivering timely reports to attending Physician.
• Applied proning technique on intubated Pediatric patients to enhance respiratory function.
• Facilitated extubation following physician orders after successful Pediatric weaning trials.
• Administered aerosol treatments and oxygen therapy, evaluating patient response before, during, and after sessions.
• Maintained airways during invasive ventilation through inline suctioning and oral care; provided airway maintenance for non-invasive patients as well.
• Assisted Physicians with intubation for both Pediatric and Adult patients while monitoring invasive ventilation.

• Executed patient documentation using Medhost to ensure accurate health records.
• Administered aerosol treatment and oxygen therapy, assessing patient responses throughout sessions.
• Monitored COVID patients on invasive and noninvasive ventilation for optimal outcomes.
• Assisted physicians with adult intubation and managed invasive ventilation protocols.
• Performed ECGs and updated medical records to reflect patient conditions accurately.
• Delivered emergency respiratory care services to pediatrics, neonates, and geriatrics in the ER.
• Conducted ABG draws and interpreted results for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients.
• Communicated detailed reports on patients’ conditions and respiratory services to incoming shifts.

• Executed patient documentation through Meditech for accurate record-keeping.
• Fulfilled Lead Therapist responsibilities to ensure effective team operation.
• Conducted ABG draws and assessed Pediatric, Neonate, and Geriatric results for appropriate therapy.
• Applied proning techniques on intubated patients to enhance respiratory function.
• Performed end-of-life extubation following physician orders after successful weaning trials.
• Administered aerosol treatments and oxygen, evaluating patient response pre, during, and post-therapy.
• Maintained airways during invasive ventilation and conducted suctioning and oral care as needed.
• Assisted Physicians with intubations and monitored patients on invasive ventilation for optimal outcomes.

• Performed patient documentation utilizing Epic for accurate record-keeping.
• Conducted ABG draws and assessed results for Pediatrics, Neonates, and Geriatrics to report findings to physicians or nurses.
• Executed proning technique with intubated patients to enhance respiratory function.
• Completed end-of-life extubation following physician orders after successful weaning trials.
• Administered aerosol treatments and oxygen, evaluating therapy effectiveness pre- and post-treatment.
• Maintained airways during invasive ventilation through inline suctioning and oral care, as well as with nasotracheal and tracheal suctioning in non-invasive cases.
• Assisted physicians with intubation procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Initiated and monitored both COVID and Non-COVID patients on noninvasive ventilation for optimal therapy outcomes.

• Perform patient documentation via CERNER
• Perform emergent respiratory services and treatments to the TBI and SCI patients in the pediatric and adult population.
• Perform or Assist with intubation with LMA.
• Member of patient team rounds.
• Transport vented patients to perform Physician ordered tests and scans.
• A member of the Rapid Response Team utilizing my skills in CPR, ACLS when necessary.
• Perform sterile suction and nasotracheal suctioning.
• Perform tracheal care to patients with a tracheostomy.
• Perform ventilator weaning according to protocol.
• Perform airway maintenance during invasive ventilation with Inexsufflator and tracheal suctioning.
• Administer Pulmonary medication via metaneb, tracheal mask and face mask and assess patients during and after therapy to evaluate the effectiveness of therapy.
• Initiate, assess and monitor patients on Invasive ventilation while working closely with Physicians and Nurses.
• Perform ABG draws and assessment of results.
• Perform patient and family education on tracheal care, ventilator monitoring, emergency airway, nebulizer administration and trach reinsertion for hospital discharge.

Managed patient documentation using Epic software to ensure accurate records.

• Monitored COVID patients to track health status and response to treatment.
• Performed ECG tests to assess cardiac function.
• Administered aerosol treatments and oxygen, evaluating therapy effectiveness before, during, and after sessions.
• Initiated and monitored noninvasive ventilation for optimal therapeutic outcomes.
• Delivered oxygenation therapy through High Flow NC, Vapotherm, nasal cannula, and CPAP.
• Conducted ABG draws and analyzed results for informed clinical decisions.
• Served on emergency RRT team, applying CPR, BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS training as needed.

• Performed ABG draws and assessed results for Pediatrics, Neonates, and Geriatrics for therapy recommendations.
• Executed end-of-life extubation after successful physician-ordered weaning trials.
• Administered aerosol treatments and oxygen, evaluating patient response pre-, during, and post-therapy.
• Maintained airways during invasive ventilation through inline suctioning and oral care procedures.
• Initiated and monitored Neonates on CPAP and mechanical ventilators, collaborating closely with care teams.
• Assisted Physicians with intubation procedures to ensure timely interventions.
• Provided lung expansion therapy and chest physiotherapy as indicated per protocol.
• Documented patient care activities using CERNER, ensuring accurate reporting of respiratory services.

• Reviewed patient histories to provide tailored therapy recommendations post-evaluation.
• Administered O2, aerosol treatments, and MDIs, assessing patients for therapeutic effectiveness.
• Conducted arterial blood gas (ABG) assessments to evaluate respiratory function.
• Executed venous blood draws to support diagnostic testing.
• Performed laboratory tests including CMP, BMP, CBC, CHEM7, and PT/INR.
• Maintained airway and ventilated patients using ventilators and resuscitation bags when required.
• Monitored patients on CPAP at night for optimal respiratory management.
• Educated patients on proper use of MDIs and DPIs to enhance treatment adherence.

• Managed inventory levels of supplies used in the department ensuring adequate stock is available at all times.
• Performed quality assurance checks on equipment prior to use according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
• Performed pulmonary function tests to evaluate lung volume, capacity and gas exchange.
• Maintained detailed records of patient treatment plans and progress notes.
• Educated patients on lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation to improve respiratory health.
• Conducted diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
• Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition promptly to physician.
• Performed pulmonary stress test to assess oxygen needs.
• Educate patient on use, care of inhalers and at home aerosol treatments.
• Performed EKGs
• Administer equipment and instructions for nocturnal O2 analysis and download sleep records for Physician interpretation.

• Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition promptly to physician.
• Developed protocols for ventilator weaning for mechanically ventilated patients based on clinical evidence.
• Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided using electronic health record software programs.
• Managed inventory levels of supplies used in the department ensuring adequate stock is available at all times.
• Monitored patient progress through physical assessments, laboratory results and diagnostic studies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in advanced life support techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
• Participated in continuing education activities to remain current with advances in respiratory care technology and best practices.
• Provided instruction on proper use of home medical equipment including oxygen therapy delivery systems, CPAP and BiPAP devices, tracheostomy care and suctioning.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate optimal patient care plans for long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions.
• Educated patients on lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation to improve respiratory health.
• Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
• Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
• Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
• Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
• Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
• Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
• Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
• Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
• Administered medication and ventilatory support.
• Tracked changes in blood chemistry, vital signs and other markers of improvement or decompensation in critically ill patients.
• Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
• Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
• Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.