Timothy Griffin
WHITE PLAINS
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist with INOVA, skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and airway management. Enhanced patient outcomes through evidence-based protocols and compassionate care, significantly reducing readmission rates for chronic lung disease patients. Proven mentor and collaborator, fostering team growth and optimizing departmental efficiency.
Professional respiratory care provider with comprehensive experience in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and critical care. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in mechanical ventilation, airway management, and emergency response. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards of respiratory care in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
INOVA
08.1997 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05-1998
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Qualified to work within critical care units:
- -ICU-NICU-Emergency Room
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- RRT-NPS - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
Affiliations
- AARC
- NBRC
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
INOVA
08.1997 - Current
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Prince George's Community College
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