ATASHA MCGINTY-CORNELIUS
Davis
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve the respiratory status of people with varying lung diseases and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats a wide age range, from pediatric to geriatric patients with respiratory concerns. Professional with excellent time-management skills providing empathetic care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatment and responses to therapy in the EHR.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary utilizing hospital protocols.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting patient assessments.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques including PEP, IPV, and cough assist to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Administered appropriate treatment including oxygen therapy and aerosol therapy to improve patients' breathing.
Respiratory Therapist
Sutter Health Novato Community Hospital
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Performed various procedures alongside Physicians such as ventilator management, intubation, and bronchoscopy.
- Monitored patient response to therapy and adjusted therapies accordingly.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs, ABG draws, and EEGs.
- Responded to all emergency codes and rapid response calls and provided emergency care to patients.
Respiratory Therapist/Supervisor
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Created successful work schedules for each team member and maintained scheduling for outpatient procedures.
- Ensured staff members were trained and educated on new equipment and created skill competencies to maintain team education.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing respiratory illnesses by conducting patient assessments and implementing hospital protocols.
- Provided comprehensive outpatient care including pulmonary function and cardiac stress tests.
Respiratory Therapist
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided bronchodilator medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing respiratory illnesses by conducting patient assessments and implementing hospital protocols.
- Provided comprehensive outpatient care including pulmonary function and cardiac stress tests.
- Initiated and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
Sacramento, CA05.2019
Skills
- M/S, ED, ICU Airway Management
- Patient Care Documentation using EPIC
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Mechanical Ventilation Management
- Assisted with Cardioversion and Conscious Sedation
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento
01.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Sutter Health Novato Community Hospital
07.2021 - 01.2024
Respiratory Therapist/Supervisor
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
San Joaquin Valley College
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