Christine Price
Victoria,BC
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist with over 14 years of experience at Providence Health Care and Fraser Health, excelling in ventilator management and airway techniques. Demonstrated ability to thrive under pressure, fostering strong interdisciplinary collaborations for optimal patient care. Renowned for compassionate bedside manner and pioneering clinical workflows, significantly enhancing treatment outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Health Care
05.2010 - Current
- Competent in treating and caring for complex, critically ill adults and neonates.
- Two years working in a shared Bronchoscopy line assisting with EBUS procedures and other interventions, including cryotherapy, cautery, endobronchial blockers and foreign body removal.
- Provide neonatal resuscitation, including CPR, ventilation, and CPAP, and assist with surfactant administration.
- Served as a resource to staff as CST Cerner "super user" when a new clinical information system was introduced to the hospital. Developed workflows currently in practice and trained staff on their clinical application.
Respiratory Therapist, Casual
Fraser Health
12.2010 - 03.2013
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, arterial line insertions and intubations.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
Education
Repiratory Therapy Diploma -
Thompson River University
Kamloops, BC04-2010
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
UBC Okanagan
Kelowna, BC06-2005
Skills
- NRP course updated this year
- Strong clinical and ventilator management skills
- Knowledgeable in airway management techniques
- Able to work under pressure and apply critical thinking
- Detail-oriented
- Compassionate bedside manner
- Collaborate well with Interdisciplinary Care Team to develop patient care plans
- Foster positive working relationships
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist, Casual
Fraser Health
12.2010 - 03.2013
Respiratory Therapist
Providence Health Care
05.2010 - Current
Repiratory Therapy Diploma -
Thompson River University
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
UBC Okanagan
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