JEANNETTE VERKAIK
Bradford,Ontario
Summary
I am an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with 39 years of experience working in the acute hospital setting with all ages of patients. The last 10 months of my career was based in the Pulmonary Function Lab and Operating Room. I retired in June of 2023 and am looking to use my knowledge of PFT testing to continue my career in a casual position.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Southlake Regional Health Centre
596 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON
12.1984 - 06.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Enhanced patient safety with through ventilator management and monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and neonatal patients.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Temporary Staff Respiratory Therapist
St. Joseph's Hospital
Guelph, ON
07.1984 - 11.1984
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, providing life-saving interventions during critical events such as cardiac arrests and respiratory failures.
- Tested pulmonary function testing.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Ensured proper equipment functioning, maintaining and calibrating respiratory care devices for optimal performance.
Education
Diploma - Respiratory Technology
Toronto Institute of Medical Technology (Michener)
Toronto06.1984
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Initial Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Airway Management
- Neonatal intensive care
- Treatment Administration
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Current NRP
- Current BCLS
Languages
English
Elementary
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Current Registration in good standing with the CRTO
- Current NRP
- Current BCLS
Additional Information
Short Term Volunteer, 2014-2017
World Renew Disaster Response Services
DeFuniak Springs, Florida, 2014
Manning, South Carolina, 2017
Assisted in the restoration of homes damaged by tornados, hurricanes, and floods.
Disaster and Humanitarian Relief
Hobbies
Camping, knitting, reading, and cross-stitching
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Southlake Regional Health Centre
12.1984 - 06.2023
Temporary Staff Respiratory Therapist
St. Joseph's Hospital
07.1984 - 11.1984
Diploma - Respiratory Technology
Toronto Institute of Medical Technology (Michener)