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Victoria  Wheeler

Victoria Wheeler

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Summary

Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with proven expertise at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative non-invasive ventilation strategies. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and patient education, I effectively mentored staff while ensuring compliance and safety in high-pressure environments. Committed to continuous professional development and excellence in respiratory care.

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.

Experienced with respiratory therapy techniques that enhance patient recovery. Utilizes advanced respiratory equipment to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Knowledge of patient assessment and ventilation management in diverse clinical settings.

Proficient care with solid foundation in respiratory therapy. Demonstrated success in providing critical care and managing respiratory equipment effectively. Adept at patient assessment and ventilation management.

Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 28 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.

Registered Respiratory Therapist known for delivering exceptional patient care in hospital environments. Experience working with pediatric patients with congenital lung conditions, asthma and traumatic pulmonary conditions requiring close care and innovative treatment approaches. Natural communicator with children with talent reducing fears through education and judicious use of humor.

Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 28 years of experience in hospital healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
09.1997 - Current
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
  • Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Athens Technical College
Athens, GA
09-1997

Skills

  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Airway management
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Bronchial hygiene
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Respiratory medication administration
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Patient education

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
09.1997 - Current

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Athens Technical College
Victoria Wheeler