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Tracey Allen

North Las Vegas

Summary

Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Havasu Regional Medical Center, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to optimize ventilator settings and enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and tailored treatment plans. Committed to delivering high-quality care and improving lung function for critically ill patients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Havasu Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.

Respiratory Therapist

AHS Staffing
03.2021 - 04.2024
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.

Respiratory TherapistH

Henderson Hospital
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.

Respiratory Therapist

Preferred Homecare
02.2019 - 04.2020
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
  • Provided education and guidance to patients on proper use of inhalers, nebulizers, and other respiratory equipment for better self-management at home.
  • Maintained accurate patient records for improved treatment plans and consistent communication with healthcare team members.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.

Respiratory Therapist

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2016 - 04.2020
  • Enhanced patient mobility through the utilization of targeted therapeutic exercises and interventions.
  • Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to ensure optimal results.
  • Facilitated successful discharges from rehabilitation facilities by preparing detailed home exercise programs and providing thorough instructions for continued care at home.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Care

Carrington College
Las Vegas, NV
11-2011

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Bronchial hygiene techniques
  • Medication administration
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • End-of-life care
  • Intubation
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Sleep disorder treatment

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Havasu Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - Current

Respiratory TherapistH

Henderson Hospital
09.2021 - 06.2022

Respiratory Therapist

AHS Staffing
03.2021 - 04.2024

Respiratory Therapist

Preferred Homecare
02.2019 - 04.2020

Respiratory Therapist

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2016 - 04.2020

Associate of Science - Respiratory Care

Carrington College

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