BETH TIMM
Port Byron
Summary
Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, specializing in ECMO support and crisis management. Proven leader in training and mentoring staff, enhancing patient education, and driving quality improvement initiatives. Adept at ventilator management and effective communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in critical care settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Iowa City
04.2022 - Current
- Provide respiratory support in Level I Trauma, Medical/Cardiac ICU, and transplant care.
- Specialize in VV ECMO, ARDS, LVAD, trauma stabilization, and code response.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams on treatment plans.
- Serve as core team resource for troubleshooting and mentoring peers.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Genesis Medical Center
Davenport
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed critical care cases including COVID protocols and NICU patients.
- Educated patients/families on ventilators and positive pressure therapies.
- Provided crisis relief staffing and collaborated with physicians on complex cases.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UnityPoint Trinity Medical Center
Rock Island
09.2016 - 10.2019
- Trained and mentored new staff; developed departmental procedures.
- Oversaw quality improvement initiatives and equipment readiness.
- Managed ventilators and consulted on complex patient care.
Owner/Operator
Spartan Turf
Port Byron
08.2006 - 08.2016
- Directed sales operations, vendor negotiations, and client service.
- Increased profitability through strategic planning and execution.
Education
B.S. - Health Sciences
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
01.2020
B.S. - Respiratory Care
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
01.2018
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEARS, NRP
Skills
- Ventilator Management
- ECMO Support
- Equipment Setup
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Airway Care
- Emergency care
- Communication
- Leadership
- Training
- Patient Education
- Caregiver Education
- Business Development
- Sales Strategy
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
04.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Genesis Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UnityPoint Trinity Medical Center
09.2016 - 10.2019
Owner/Operator
Spartan Turf
08.2006 - 08.2016
B.S. - Health Sciences
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
B.S. - Respiratory Care
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEARS, NRP
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