Wyatt Nelson
Victoria,BC
Summary
Registered respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients, students and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Island Health
05.2022 - Current
- 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 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.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- 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.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
Stage Crew Member/Manager
Contracted
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Planned out daily tasks and coordinated schedules to handle forecasted demand.
- Remained alert, active and ready to respond to requests using a variety of available resources.
- Drove team success by completing assigned tasks quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated effectively on a team of workers in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment.
- Trained newer staff in a variety of skills and responsibilities
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or changes in direction during live shows, ensuring minimal interruption to audience experience.
Education
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
Thompson River University
Kamloops, BC04.2022
Associate of Science - General Science
Camosun College
Victoria, BC04.2019
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Seeks Best Practice
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Team Communication
- Problem/Conflict Resolution
- Multi-tasking
Certification
- CPR-C
- NRP
- BCSRT Member
- CSRT Member
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Elementary
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Island Health
05.2022 - Current
Stage Crew Member/Manager
Contracted
08.2015 - 07.2017
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
Thompson River University
Associate of Science - General Science
Camosun College