Brandon Young
Indianapolis
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at IU Health Methodist Hospital, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to optimize ventilator support for critically ill patients, enhancing treatment outcomes. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to implementing infection control measures and improving patient care through effective respiratory protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
IU Health Methodist Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2025
- 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.
- 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.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2022
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Equipment setup
- Infection control
- Treatment plan development
- Ventilator management
- First aid and CPR
- Oxygen therapy
- Pulse oximetry
Certification
BLS Certified
ACLS Certified
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
IU Health Methodist Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2025
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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