Detail-orientated and dedicated respiratory therapist, combining knowledge acquired in the field as an EMT with varied respiratory therapy skills and procedures to provide an overall exemplary patient care experience to both the patient and their family. Core Competences include:*Delivering oxygen and aerosol/humidity therapy via various devices such as nasal cannulas, venturi masks, face masks, trach collars, t-pieces, high flow nasal cannulas, and non-rebreather masks*Performing broncho-pulmonary hygiene techniques such as chest physiotherapy, coughing exercises, flutter valves, and vest airway clearance systems*Performing noninvasive positive pressure ventilation via BiPAP and CPAP*Suctioning procedures via ETT, naso-tracheal and tracheal methods*Delivering hyperinflation therapy, including incentive spirometry, intermittent positive pressure ventilation, and cough assist therapy*Proficient and comfortable working in a protocol-driven environment while still working closely with nurses and all mid- and higher level staff to ensure all patients receive the best quality care, *All aspects of tracheotomy care, management, and trouble-shooting, including weaning from vent, progressing towards de-cannulation, etc*Caring for patients on mechanical ventilation (Dräger Infinity V5000, Avea, I-Vent, LTV 900 and 1200, oscillator), assisting with intubations, performing extubations, and weaning.*Educating patients and families about their conditions and teaching appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment, including using our COPD pathway protocol to assist COPD patients to best manage their disease. *Capable of completing and interpreting ABG’s and EKG's.*Cleaning, assembling and calibrating various respiratory equipment including ventilators, NICU respiratory equipment, and NIV equipment. *Proficient in EPIC and Cerner EMAR systems.
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