Respiratory therapist
Resume:
Kandice N. Gaines
Indianapolis, IN 46254
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Professional Summary
Responsible registered respiratory therapist with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 17 years of experience and 15 of those years in a level 4 neonate intensive care unit (NICU). Respiratory therapist possessing knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis and treatment of the cardiac/respiratory system.
Skills Highlights
Clinical training as a respiratory therapist as well as an extracorpeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) specialist (2 years of experience)
Strong clinical judgement
Computerized charting for medical documentation
Problem resolution ability as a charge therapist
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified
Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified
Extensive medical terminology knowledge
Maintain & operate varies mechanical ventilators
BLS/CPR/AED certified
Disease specialization proficiency in the respiratory system
Flow sheet charting skillfulness
Talent in obtaining & charting vital signs
Arterial blood gas (ABG) withdrawal experience
Qualified in specimen collection & processing
Accomplishments
Ensure charting accuracy through precise documentation
Monitor patient’s respiration activity and vital signs in response to medical administration
Perform physical assessments of newborns to adults
Routinely demonstrate medical proficiency by performing EKGs, chemistry analysis, and hematology
Professional Experience
AHS medical staffing agency- Indiana
Traveling Respiratory Therapist
April 2020- Current Employer
Providing respiratory care for ages newborn to adults
Emergency Department 1 year experience
St. Vincent Hospital- Indianapolis, IN
Respiratory Therapist/ECMO Specialist
October 2005- June 2021
15 years of charge therapist experience & 2 years of ECMO experience
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and physician’s diagnoses
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for inpatient care
Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
Ensure HIPPA compliance
Educated patients and/or family members about treatment plans and medications
Provided diagnoses and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems, such as asthma, COPD, PPHN, pneumonia, and premature births
Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA) to identify performance areas for improvement
Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
Helped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, intubations, and code emergencies
DSW- Carmel Clay Mall, Indianapolis, IN
Team Leader- Sales Associate
July 2004- October 2005
Responsible for assisting cashiers with returns, customer service issues, and stocking merchandise
Train associates on the policies, procedures, and responsibilities that were established by corporate headquarters
Process new shipments with the manager and complete all appropriate paperwork
Monitor loss prevention control
Provided new display ideas for the merchandise
Education
Ivy Tech College
Indianapolis, IN
A.S. Respiratory Care
Graduated May 2006
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
B.S. Business Information Technology
Graduated May 2002
Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
oA public service organization
Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities
Muncie, IN
H.S. diploma
Graduated May 1998
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