Janiece Hawkins
Morgantown
Summary
Respiratory Therapist with experience at Franciscan Health, excelling in airway management and respiratory equipment setup. Demonstrated success in improving patient breathing and lung function through innovative therapy techniques. Specialized in patient care. Combines technical proficiency with compassionate care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Possessing compassionate and dedicated nature, demonstrating solid understanding of respiratory care principles and techniques. Well-versed in patient assessment and treatment planning, with hands-on skills in operating respiratory equipment and administering therapies. Track record of effective collaboration with healthcare teams and patient education.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Health
06.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bloomington, IN05-2023
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory care protocols
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Caring bedside manner
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner – Indiana and in the state of Florida. Health Department or equivalent state licensing body.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Franciscan Health
06.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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