Christopher Boyd
El Mirage, AZ 85335
PROFILE
A highly motivated and results-oriented professional with a dual background in healthcare and business management. Proven experience as a Respiratory Therapist
(14+ years) providing exceptional patient care across diverse settings, including critical care, acute care and long-term care facilities. Expertise in ventilator management, pulmonary function testing, medication administration, and patient education. Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care, continuously seeking professional development to stay abreast of the latest advancements in respiratory therapy. Additionally, possesses a established track record in business operations and logistics, having successfully launched and managed a trucking company. As well as showcasing strong entrepreneurial drive and leadership abilities. EXPERIENCE
OWNER/OPERATOR, KEEP GO’IN ENTERPRISES; EL MIRAGE, AZ— 2021-PRESENT
• Managed and operated a successful trucking company specializing in general freight delivery, demonstrating entrepreneurial drive and strong business acumen.
• Developed and implemented efficient logistical strategies, optimizing delivery routes and schedules to minimize costs and maximize efficiency, improving overall business performance.
• Managed all aspects of the business, including finances, customer relations, and driver management, showcasing strong leadership skills.
• Maintained a strong commitment to safety and compliance with all industry regulations, ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods, prioritizing safety and ethical business practices
RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER, SELECT SPECIALTY HOSPITAL; MILWAUKEE, WI— 2023-2024
• Supervise ventilator-dependent patients, lead breathing exercises, and implement liberation programs to facilitate weaning, improving patient outcomes and maximizing respiratory independence.
• Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, nebulizers, and positive airway pressure devices, ensuring accurate delivery and patient comfort.
• Provide comprehensive critical care for patients with acute respiratory failure, including managing mechanical ventilation, airway management, and hemodynamic monitoring, optimizing patient care and ensuring timely intervention.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans, promoting a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER, SELECT SPECIALTY HOSPITAL; PHOENIX, AZ— 2021-2022
• Provided comprehensive respiratory care services as described above, demonstrating a consistent commitment to patient well-being and quality care. RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, AURORA ST. LUKE’S MEDICAL CENTER; MILWAUKEE, WI— 2011-2021
• Perform pulmonary function testing and blood gas analysis, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment planning, confirming appropriate interventions for patients with respiratory conditions.
• Manage specialized ventilators in critical care and routine care settings, enhancing patient outcomes by adjusting ventilation parameters and closely monitoring vital signs.
• Administer medication treatments as prescribed, including nebulizers, and inhalers, adhering to protocols and completing accurate dosage delivery.
• Assist with the safe transport of invasively ventilated patients, demonstrating a commitment to patient safety and minimizing stress during transport EDUCATION
Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee Wisconsin, Associates Degree—2010 SKILLS
• Business Operations: Logistics Management, Customer Service, Route Optimization, Driver Management, Leadership Skills, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Communication, Adaptability, Technology Proficiency
• Respiratory Care: Ventilator Management, Pulmonary Function Testing, Blood Gas Analysis, Critical Care, Airway Management, Oxygen Therapy, Computer Literacy, Clinical Skills
AWARDS
Aurora Star
REFERENCES
Available upon request.