Michelle Hathaway
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with a proven track record at Alberta Health Services, excelling in airway management and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient outcomes through expert application of respiratory therapy treatments and interventions. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and renowned for exceptional teamwork and patient advocacy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Alberta Health Services
Edmonton, AB
05.2004 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on thorough assessments and evaluations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
Education
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB04.2004
Skills
Airway Management
Tracheostomy Care
Arterial blood gas analysis
Respiratory equipment setup
Professional Bedside Manner
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Physical assessments
Patient and family advocacy
Infection Control
Pediatric Respiratory Care
Neonatal intensive care
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
English
Additional Information
Volunteered to help in adult Covid ICU
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Alberta Health Services
05.2004 - Current
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology