Megan Murray
Hunlock Creek
Summary
Dynamic and reliable Respiratory Care Practitioner with extensive experience at Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital. Proven expertise in patient recordkeeping and diagnostic imaging, enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and individualized care plans. Committed to continuous learning and delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optical Technician
Vision Source - Family Eye Center
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols in optical equipment handling.
- Assisted in assembling and testing optical devices under supervision.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations for efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to support production schedules.
- Gained proficiency in using optical measurement tools and systems.
- Assisted optometrists with eye examinations, ensuring accurate results and a comfortable experience for patients.
Store Associate
HOBBY LOBBY Retail Stores
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor and stockroom.
- Operated point-of-sale system efficiently during high-traffic periods.
- Processed transactions accurately and handled cash management tasks.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Streamlined store operations by organizing merchandise displays and restocking shelves promptly.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
09.2014 - 06.2023
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with varying conditions, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and oxygen levels, adjusting interventions as necessary for optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management, enhancing understanding of treatments and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
- Operated and maintained advanced respiratory equipment, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on respiratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning while adhering to safety protocols throughout the facility.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education on self-care techniques and follow-up appointments for pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Special Care Hospital
04.2005 - 09.2014
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Tyler Hospital
07.1984 - 04.2005
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' lung function using spirometry tests, enabling early detection of issues or improvements in condition.
- Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Education
Respiratory Therapy -
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PAHigh School Diploma -
Tunkhannock High School
Tunkhannock, PA01-1985
Skills
- Customer service
- Visual field testing
- Patient recordkeeping
- Diagnostic imaging
- Patient testing
- Practice management software
- Optical measuring
- Tonometry testing
- Willing to learn
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Certification
Respiratory Therapy license PA YM-004147-L
Current CPR certification renewal date 6/13/2026
Timeline
Optical Technician
Vision Source - Family Eye Center
06.2024 - 06.2025
Store Associate
HOBBY LOBBY Retail Stores
08.2023 - 12.2023
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
09.2014 - 06.2023
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Special Care Hospital
04.2005 - 09.2014
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Tyler Hospital
07.1984 - 04.2005
Respiratory Therapy -
Luzerne County Community College
High School Diploma -
Tunkhannock High School
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