Paula Townsend
Bristol
Summary
Results-driven Respiratory Therapy Manager with expertise in mechanical ventilation, quality assurance, and patient education. Proven ability to enhance service delivery and foster a positive work environment.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Select Specialty Hospital-TriCities
Bristol
04.2016 - 12.2025
- Supervised respiratory therapy staff and ensured compliance with hospital protocols.
- Developed quality assurance procedures to enhance service delivery in respiratory therapy.
- Implemented training programs for new staff on respiratory therapy techniques and equipment.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided feedback to team members.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding treatment options.
- Organized regular rounds with physicians to discuss patient conditions, treatments, medications.
Respiratory Therapist
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport
03.2008 - 03.2015
- Assisted in the implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation programs for patients with respiratory disorders.
- Coordinated discharge planning for patients transitioning from acute care setting into home environment or rehabilitation facility.
- Evaluated rehabilitation programs for effectiveness in meeting stated objectives.
- Assisted in developing rehabilitation plans for individual inmates based on their unique needs.
Respiratory Therapist
Johnson City Specialty Hospital
Johnson City
08.1990 - 09.2006
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Utilized ventilators and other equipment for effective patient management and support.
- Attended newborn deliveries to provide respiratory care, including immediate assessment, stabilization, and supportive interventions as needed.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Education
Respiratory Therapy Technician -
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN01-1982
High School Diploma -
Sullivan Central High School
Blountville, TN06-1979
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Quality assurance
- Clinical assessment
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Promote positive work environment
Certification
Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Select Specialty Hospital-TriCities
04.2016 - 12.2025
Respiratory Therapist
Holston Valley Medical Center
03.2008 - 03.2015
Respiratory Therapist
Johnson City Specialty Hospital
08.1990 - 09.2006
Respiratory Therapy Technician -
East Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Sullivan Central High School