Carey Aderhold
York,PA
Summary
Skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Wellspan Health-York Hospital, enhancing patient breathing and lung function through aerosolized medication administration, ventilator, HFNC, and NIV management and airway clearance therapies. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and compassionate care, positively improving ventilation efficacy for ill patients. Proficient in arterial blood gas analysis and committed to ongoing professional development.
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.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Wellspan Health- York Hospital
05.2003 - 09.2024
- 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.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual's needs.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Documented therapies in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided aerosolized antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators and al respiratory therapy equipment for pediatric and adult patients.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management, and intubations.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Hamot Hospital/Shriners Hospital for Children
09.2002 - 04.2003
- 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.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- 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.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA05-1998
High School Diploma -
Horseheads HIgh School
Horseheads, NY06-1994
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Bronchial hygiene
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory medication administration
- Ethics and professionalism
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records
- Patient care documentation
- High-frequency oscillatory ventilation
- Medication administration
- Neonatal intensive care
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Oxygen therapy
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient and caregiver education
- Ventilator management
- Clinical decision making
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Caring bedside manner
- Professional bedside manner
- Emergency medical care
- Treatment administration
- Patient instruction
- Equipment setup
- Equipment cleaning
- Patient advocacy
- Physical assessments
- Infection control
- Patient needs assessment
- Patient care
- Dosage calculation
- Heavy lifting
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist – Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Awarded Patient Safety Award for discovering Surgical NEVER Event on May 14, 2021.
I discovered a surgical sponge left in patient's tracheostomy site during routine care and trach cleaning. After correction and review, this lead to change in EPIC documentation to prevent such events from occurring.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Wellspan Health- York Hospital
05.2003 - 09.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UPMC Hamot Hospital/Shriners Hospital for Children
09.2002 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
York College of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Horseheads HIgh School
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