Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
Maintained and adjusted pulmonary equipment.
Contributed to diagnosing pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
PIedmont Fayette Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2021
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and neonatal patients.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Northside Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management and intubations.
Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and neonatal patients.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.