Joseph Sheppard
Ontario
Summary
Seeking a position as a Board Certified Respiratory Therapist in a Hospital setting, where I can utilize my education and enthusiasm to provide exceptional patient care, while advancing and improving my performance as a Respiratory Therapist.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Norwalk Meadows Nursing Center
Norwalk
11.2022 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies to improve outcomes for patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans.
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Educated patients and families on proper respiratory care techniques and equipment use.
- Maintained and calibrated respiratory care equipment for optimal performance.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to assess lung function and oxygen saturation levels.
Respiratory Therapist
Norwalk intercommunity
Norwalk
07.2013 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper respiratory care techniques and equipment use.
- Maintained and calibrated respiratory care equipment for optimal performance.
- Documented patient interactions and treatment outcomes in electronic health records systems.
Respiratory Therapist
Lakewood Regional Medical Center
Lakewood
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Performed comprehensive respiratory assessments and developed treatment plans for adult patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disorders.
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to residents with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Performed routine equipment checks and maintenance on respiratory devices.
- Documented patient progress and therapy outcomes in electronic health records.
- Managed and monitored mechanical ventilation, including ventilator setup, troubleshooting, adjustments, and weaning according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
- Initiated and managed High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) therapy and BiPAP/CPAP (non-invasive ventilation) for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress and respiratory failure.
Respiratory Therapist
USC Keck Medical Center
Los Angeles
08.2013 - 05.2020
- Administered Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) therapy to improve lung expansion and treat atelectasis.
- Instructed and monitored patients in the use of Flutter Valve (Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure) devices to promote airway clearance and secretion mobilization.
- Performed chest percussion and postural drainage (CPT) to assist with secretion clearance in patients with pulmonary disorders.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Managed mechanical ventilation, including setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and ventilator weaning.
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Marina Pointe Healthcare & Subacute
Culver City
11.2013 - 08.2019
- Served as a resource and mentor for new respiratory therapists, students, and clinical staff by providing education, training, and competency support.
- Served as the shift Team Lead, coordinating workflow and assigning patient care responsibilities to respiratory therapists to ensure efficient department operations.
- Managed the care of critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation, including ventilator setup, troubleshooting, adjustments, and weaning.
- Assisted in hiring and termination of employment for staffing
- Present during surveys providing policy and procedures for respiratory therapy daily operations
- Organized equipment logs and replacement of faulty equipment
Respiratory Therapist
Olive View-UCLA Medical Center (platinum health
- Assisted with intubation of critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation support.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, bronchodilator treatments, and chest physiotherapy.
- Performed arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and interpreted results to assist with patient care decisions.
- Responded to rapid response and code blue emergencies, providing advanced airway management and resuscitation support.
- Documented patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Intensive care unit and ER departments collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans
- Assessed, treated, and monitored pediatric and adult patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2010 - 12.2012
Skills
- Emergency response
- Equipment calibration
- Respiratory diagnostics
- Mechanical ventilation
- Intensive care unit
- Lead Therapist
- Workflow management
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Mentoring support
- Respiratory care protocols
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Assisted Intubation
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Norwalk Meadows Nursing Center
11.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Lakewood Regional Medical Center
11.2019 - 12.2020
Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Marina Pointe Healthcare & Subacute
11.2013 - 08.2019
Respiratory Therapist
USC Keck Medical Center
08.2013 - 05.2020
Respiratory Therapist
Norwalk intercommunity
07.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
01.2010 - 12.2012
Respiratory Therapist
Olive View-UCLA Medical Center (platinum health