Traci Boggan
Olive Branch,MS
Summary
I am a confident and well-trained Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise in diverse modalities for managing respiratory symptoms, assessing patients, treating conditions, in all ages of life. Analytical in approaching problems to meet patients' needs and achieve optimal outcomes. NBRC/STATE registered and ready for fast-paced, challenging work. I am also Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Arkansas Children Hospital
Little Rock, AR
06.2023 - Current
- NICU, PICU, BURN, CVICU
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- CPT, VEST, IPV, CA
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Regional One Medical Center
Memphis, TN
05.2022 - 04.2023
- TRAUMA, BURNS, ICU
- Provided supervision to Respiratory Therapy staff, including scheduling and evaluating performance.
- Trained new employees on proper respiratory therapy techniques.
- Maintained records of patient treatments and progress.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan treatment plans for patients.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to current trends in respiratory therapy practice.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in the department.
- Documented incidents or occurrences involving patient care or personnel issues according to established procedures.
- Educated patients and families on conditions and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Intubation
- Bronchoscopy
- Trauma
- Burn
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock, AR
06.2020 - 04.2022
- ICU, ER
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to evaluate treatment outcomes and make recommendations for additional care if needed.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Memphis, TN
08.2018 - 04.2020
- ICU, ER, FLOORS
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Arkansas State University
State University, AR05-2018
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient Care
- Caring Bedside Manner
- Team Collaboration
- Medical Terminology
- Patient and caregiver education
- Patient Advocacy
- Drug administration trained
- Physical assessments
- Treatment Administration
- Equipment Cleaning
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Equipment Setup
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Infection Control
- Tracheostomy Care
- Ventilator management
- Emergency medical care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Intubation
- Airway Management
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Arkansas Children Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Regional One Medical Center
05.2022 - 04.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2020 - 04.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
08.2018 - 04.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Arkansas State University
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