Skylar Stiffler
Lilly
Summary
Experienced with a strong background in patient assessment. Demonstrated ability to administer medications and provide emergency care while collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary teams. Maintained accurate health documentation and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Proven skills in problem-solving, time management, customer care, coupled with a commitment to delivering compassionate care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Care Assistant
UPMC
Altoona
10.2023 - Current
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
- Utilized strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Operated mechanical ventilators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
Cashier
Aldi Foods
Altoona
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Commercial Cleaner
ServiceMaster
Duncansville
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Observed all relevant laws regarding health codes and waste disposal standards.
- Maintained janitorial closets stocked with supplies for daily use.
- Ensured compliance with company policies related to security measures while on duty.
- Washed windows, walls, and ceilings to ensure a clean environment for customers.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions observed while performing duties to supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or operating machinery.
- Followed safety procedures when working with hazardous materials such as bleach or disinfectants.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in accordance with company policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Cambria Highschool
Cresson, PAAssociate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PASkills
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Emergency care
- Team collaboration
- Health documentation
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Task prioritization
- Compassionate care
- Calm under pressure
- Training & Development
- Computer skills
Timeline
Respiratory Care Assistant
UPMC
10.2023 - Current
Cashier
Aldi Foods
03.2022 - 10.2023
Commercial Cleaner
ServiceMaster
02.2020 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Penn Cambria Highschool
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
York College of Pennsylvania