Brittany Patterson
Mercer
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with eight years of experience in various healthcare settings. Skillful in completing patient assessments, airway management, time management, and documentation. Passionate and competent professional develops and implements treatment plans to suit unique patient requirements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
AHN Grove City
05.2022 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and ventilatory support
- Interacted with physicians, nurses, and other staff to coordinate and provide patient care
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance
- Delivered comprehensive care to restore and strengthen patients’ respiratory functions
Respiratory Therapist
Allegheny General Hospital
10.2017 - 05.2022
- Administered various respiratory medications and ventilatory support
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance
- Interacted with patients, family members, physicians, and nurses to coordinate and provide patient care
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and specialized equipment
EMT-B
Life Force Ambulance Service
09.2014 - 09.2017
- Strengthened documentation of calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and other first responders safe
- Developed strong rapport with other first responders and medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage
EMT-B
McGonigle Ambulance Service
08.2013 - 09.2017
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest
Sales Associate
Rue 21
10.2010 - 09.2013
- Folded and organized display tables
- Assisted customers with different clothing options
- Friendly and efficient customer service
- Promoted product
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Laurel Technical Institute
Sharon, PA09.2017
Certificate - Protective Services
Mercer County Career Center
Mercer, PA05.2013
High school diploma - undefined
Reynolds High School
Greenville, PA05.2013
Skills
- Time management
- Strong documentation skills
- Empathy
- Strong clinical judgement
- Communication
- Caring bedside manner
- Patient advocacy
- Relationship building
- Airway management
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS CPR
LANGUAGES
English, basic Spanish
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
AHN Grove City
05.2022 - 03.2026
Respiratory Therapist
Allegheny General Hospital
10.2017 - 05.2022
EMT-B
Life Force Ambulance Service
09.2014 - 09.2017
EMT-B
McGonigle Ambulance Service
08.2013 - 09.2017
Sales Associate
Rue 21
10.2010 - 09.2013
Certificate - Protective Services
Mercer County Career Center
High school diploma - undefined
Reynolds High School
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Laurel Technical Institute