Crystal Beverly
Harrogate
Summary
Certified Respiratory Therapist with background in both hospital and home health environments. Demonstrates strong patient care skills, adept at performing diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans and administering therapies. Equipped with excellent communication abilities to liaise between patients, families and medical staff. Previous roles have seen significant improvement in patient respiratory function through strategic therapy implementation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Adapthealth
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Administered respiratory treatments under physician supervision at Adapthealth.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
LaFollette Medical Center
Lavallette
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered respiratory treatments under physician supervision.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated other Therapist on new equipment brought in.
- Worked ICU, Emergency room general floors and Geriatric psychiatric unit.
- Taught new charting system to other therapists.
- Maintained good working relationships with other staff and MDs
- Maintained and sanitized respiratory therapy equipment according to standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment sessions.
- Participated in continuing education activities to remain current with advances in respiratory care technology and best practices.
- Assisted physicians with bronchoscopies and intubations as needed.
- Instructed staff members on proper maintenance techniques for medical equipment used in the department.
- Monitored patient progress through physical assessments, laboratory results and diagnostic studies.
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency within the department such as streamlining order entry processes or developing new policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced life support techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition promptly to physician.
- Evaluated effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by assessing changes in patient symptoms and vital signs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding hazardous materials handling and infection control guidelines.
- Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation to improve respiratory health.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided using electronic health record software programs.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
LaFollette Medical Center
Lavallette
12.2020 - 01.2024
- Administered respiratory treatments under physician supervision at Adapthealth.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques.
- Maintained and sanitized respiratory therapy equipment according to standards.
- Participated in continuing education activities to remain current with advances in respiratory care technology and best practices.
- Assisted physicians with bronchoscopies and intubations as needed.
- Instructed staff members on proper maintenance techniques for medical equipment used in the department.
- Performed quality assurance checks on equipment prior to use according to manufacturer recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate optimal patient care plans for long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions.
- Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition promptly to physician.
- Evaluated effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by assessing changes in patient symptoms and vital signs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding hazardous materials handling and infection control guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of patient treatment plans and progress notes.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation to improve respiratory health.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided using electronic health record software programs.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
Middlesboro, KY 08.2001 - 08.2004
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Respiratory assessment
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Team Leader
- Hospital and Home care
- Pediatrics and adults
- 12 years experience in pediatrics
- Previously certified in ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Adapthealth
10.2024 - 01.2025
Certified Respiratory Therapist
LaFollette Medical Center
07.2024 - 10.2024
Certified Respiratory Therapist
LaFollette Medical Center
12.2020 - 01.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
08.2001 - 08.2004