William Draper
Health Care Respiratory Therapist
Casa Grande,AZ
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Most of my experience is in the Healthcare industry and I am looking for a career change, I feel I can be a great asset to your team.
Registered respiratory therapist with several years of experience providing inpatient and outpatient therapeutic services. Adept at managing copd, sleep apnea, congestive heart failure and other chronic conditions. Skilled in instructing patients and caregivers about proper use, maintenance and safety of respiratory equipment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Abrazo Central Campus
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for treatment plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and medications.
- Collaborated with nurses and doctors to optimize patient care strategies.
Registered Respiratory Therapsit
Select Specialty Hospital
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Springfield Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
Respiratory Therapist
Banner health Casa Grande
Casa Grande, Arizona
04.2012 - 05.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for treatment plans.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and medications.
- Collaborated with nurses and doctors to optimize patient care strategies.
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of respiratory therapy equipment daily.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of respiratory protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Carrington College
Mesa, AZ 10.2009 - 10.2011
Skills
- Diagnostic testing and patient assessment
- Equipment calibration
- Respiratory therapy techniques
- Medical record management
- Clinical collaboration
- fast learner
Affiliations
I am Passionate about helping others and I am a dependable worker. I am good at creating a positive work environment.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
Employee of the month for outstanding work ethic and employee engagement. I trained new employees and made it a fun working environment.
Certification
I have an Associate of Applied Science degree.
Websites
<Enter your own>
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Abrazo Central Campus
05.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapsit
Select Specialty Hospital
05.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Springfield Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Banner health Casa Grande
04.2012 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Carrington College
10.2009 - 10.2011
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