- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Food Tourism
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Adventure Travel
- Road Trips
Brenda Hale
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Various Facilities cross the United States. Expert in airway management and patient education, successfully reducing hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality care and optimal patient outcomes while maintaining a professional bedside manner.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
AHN WXH
06.2024 - 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Educated patients and families on various respiratory disorders, empowering them with knowledge for better selfmanagement.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatments by developing strong rapport and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Skagit Regional Health
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall effectiveness of respiratory care services.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning and execution.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams regarding respiratory therapy plan adjustments or modifications needed based on changing circumstances or condition improvements.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks and ensured proper functioning, thereby minimizing the risk of malfunctions during patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patient needs.
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
- Applied critical thinking skills to problem solve complex respiratory situations, contributing to more efficient and effective treatment strategies.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Mentored new Respiratory Therapists, sharing best practices and fostering a supportive team environment.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge plans and coordinating follow-up care for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Advocated for patient-centered care, consistently prioritizing safety, dignity, and well-being of patients in all interactions.
- Promoted a positive working environment by demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and respect for colleagues and patients alike.
- Streamlined equipment setup and calibration processes, ensuring timely treatment delivery and optimal therapeutic results.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education seminars and conferences relevant to the field of Respiratory Therapy.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of ongoing respiratory treatments and progress notes within electronic health records systems.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
- Performed regular diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, contributing valuable data to inform clinical decisionmaking.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Doctor's Hospital of Sarasota
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall effectiveness of respiratory care services.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning and execution.
- Utilized advanced ventilator management techniques, optimizing patient ventilation support while minimizing complications.
- Applied critical thinking skills to problem solve complex respiratory situations, contributing to more efficient and effective treatment strategies.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05-2001
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Smoking cessation counseling
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS,ACLS,PALS,NRP Training
Interests
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
07.2024 - 10.2024
Respiratory Therapist
AHN WXH
06.2024 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Skagit Regional Health
10.2023 - 06.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2023
Travel Respiratory Therapist
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
05.2021 - 09.2021
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Doctor's Hospital of Sarasota
11.2020 - 05.2021
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
05.2020 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Community College of Allegheny County
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