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Hilary Smith
Retired From Working
West Kelowna,BC
38
years of professional experience
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Island Health, specializing in airway management and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and strong clinical judgment. Adept at ventilator management and committed to continuous professional development, ensuring adherence to the latest respiratory care protocols.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
1 Year 3 MonthsRespiratory Therapist
23 Years 4 Months- Administered respiratory treatments and therapies to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, ensuring accurate patient assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
- Trained new staff on proper respiratory therapy protocols and safety procedures.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Improved patient outcomes by educating families on home care techniques and importance of medication adherence.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
- Applied and monitored equipment for sleep apnea testing
- Applied and monitored patients on CPAP and BIPAP
Respiratory Therapist
16 Years 1 MonthEducation
No Degree - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Airway management
Tracheostomy care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory equipment setup
Patient education
Respiratory care protocols
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Medication administration
Bronchial hygiene techniques
Professional bedside manner
Continuous positive airway pressure
Patient care documentation
Equipment setup
Medical record documentation
Physical assessments
Treatment administration
End-of-life care
Emergency medical care
Patient instruction
Patient care
Coaching and mentoring
Intubation
Equipment cleaning
Strong clinical judgment
Pediatric respiratory care
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Smoking cessation counseling
Sleep disorder treatment
Medical terminology
Neonatal intensive care
Spirometer reading
Blood gas analysis
Oxygen therapy
Ventilator management
Reporting and documentation
Pulmonary function screenings
Languages
English
Full Professional
Additional Information
Auxiliary RCMP officer 2006-2020
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Retired From Working
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Therapist
Island Health
12.2001 - 04.2025Read More
Respiratory Therapist
BC Children's Hospital
04.1988 - 05.2004Read More
Thompson Rivers University
No Degree from Respiratory Therapy
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