Whitney Crews
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Professional Respiratory Care Practitioner with outstanding experience and success in providing optimal outcomes for patients with respiratory healthcare needs. Expert in providing patients with focused care through respiratory evaluations, individualized treatment plan creation, medical documentation and health condition education. Dedicated to caring for patients' needs based on symptoms, diagnosis and age group to achieve health goals and arrive at better outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
The Medical Center At Bowling Green
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained patient medical records with treatment effectiveness and health outcomes.
- Practiced proper infection control measures and verified proper function, cleanliness and sanitization before use.
- Explained respiratory diagnosis information, treatments and prescription instructions to patients.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to appropriately use breathing machines at home to obtain necessary symptom relieve.
- Provided ongoing care to patients requiring oxygen, CPAP and BiPAP setups.
- Implemented individualized care plans based upon each patient's unique needs and instructions from supervising physician.
- Reviewed medical records for each patient and collaborated with nursing team to adjust and optimize respiratory therapies.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' lung function using spirometry tests, enabling early detection of issues or improvements in condition.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Responded quickly to urgent calls for respiratory assistance, providing life-saving interventions in critical situations.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments of respiratory conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on respiratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning while adhering to safety protocols throughout the facility.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs and diagnoses.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of respiratory care.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Developed effective strategies for managing patient caseload, prioritizing the needs of critically ill patients while still providing optimal care for all.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
Student Respiratory Therapist
KCTCS (TJ SAMSON Community Hospital)
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
- Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within cardiopulmonary system and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Maintained and Cleaned equipment including the Drager, V60, Focus, Vapotherm, Airvo, and Bubble Cpap.
Medical Assistant
Fairview Community Health Center
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files.
- Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
- Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 25 patients per day.
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Receptionist
Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore
12.2012 - 04.2014
- Managed and anticipated clerical needs of company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
- Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment.
- Directed clients to appropriate personnel to address concerns, resolve complaints or answer account-related questions.
- Met incoming customers with professional approach and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Took accurate messages for staff and management to facilitate open and speedy communication.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Bowling Green, KYCertifications - CCMA, CPT
The Medical Institute of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Lighthouse Academy
Skills
- Care plan management
- Patient and caregiver education
- Patient care documentation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Maintaining quality assurance standards
- Maintaining records
- Arterial Blood Gas Collection
- Patient positioning understanding
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Specimen collection and processing
- ER experience
- Relationship and team building
- Infection control standards
- Patient-oriented
- Airway management
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Tracheostomy care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pediatric care
- Bronchial hygiene
- Clinical decision making
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical leadership
- Blood gas analysis
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Staff education and training
- ICU experience
- CCU experience
- Critical care medicine
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- S.T.A.B.L.E Certification
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
The Medical Center At Bowling Green
08.2020 - Current
Student Respiratory Therapist
KCTCS (TJ SAMSON Community Hospital)
11.2019 - 03.2020
Medical Assistant
Fairview Community Health Center
05.2015 - 04.2017
Receptionist
Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore
12.2012 - 04.2014
Certifications - CCMA, CPT
The Medical Institute of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Lighthouse Academy
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- S.T.A.B.L.E Certification
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
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