Catherine Nicholas
Paradise,Canada
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Breathe Well Respiratory Clinic Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Diagnosis and treatment of sleep disordered breathing.
- Level 3 sleep studies
- CPAP/BiPAP therapy
- Help improve your sleep as well as educate and follow you through your experience with exceptional customer service and knowledge.
Respiratory Therapist I
Eastern Health
06.2011 - Current
- Responsibilities include overseeing mechanical ventilation for acutely ill patients, as well as long-term ventilated patients
- Performing airway management as well as respiratory diagnostics, sleep medicine and general therapeutics
- Member of the cardiac arrest team, trauma code team, and an interdisciplinary team has helped improve communication, critical thinking, and time management skills
- Providing orientation and educational opportunities for new staff and students
- Teaching includes respiratory therapy students, residents, nursing students, and staff
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
Education
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
College of the North Atlantic
St.John's, Newfoudland01.2011
Skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Time management skills
- Leadership skill
- Proficient in the use of electronic health programs such as Meditech and HEALTHe NL
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Programs
Awards
Eastern Health CEO Awards of Excellence - Human Spirit Award, 2022, Given to all Critical Care team members for the sacrifices and volunteering completed during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Certificates And Training
- Member of the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapist
- Basic Life Support (Health Care Provider)
- Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS)
- Preceptor training
- WHMIS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Breathe Well Respiratory Clinic Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist I
Eastern Health
06.2011 - Current
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
College of the North Atlantic
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