Lisa Hawthorne RRT-NPS
Park Forest
Summary
Professional with solid background in respiratory therapy. Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway clearance techniques. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to high standards of patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Pel/Piv Medical Staffing
07.2024 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment regimens based on clinical evaluations.
- Educated patients and families about respiratory health management and equipment usage.
Respiratory Therapist
Weiss Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2024
- - Provide comprehensive respiratory care services including assessment, treatment, and care for patients in Medical Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Room settings.
- - Administer routine and emergent floor therapy to patients, ensuring adherence to established protocols and patient safety standards.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Barton Healthcare Staffing
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes in respiratory care services.
- Provided emergency respiratory interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until further medical assistance arrived.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care tailored to individual needs.
Respiratory Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
02.2016 - 03.2023
- - Conducted comprehensive patient evaluations to determine appropriate treatment modalities and frequency, formulating individualized care plans aligned with diagnostic findings.
- - Administered respiratory treatments utilizing mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gases, environmental controls, and aerosol generators to optimize patient respiratory function.
- - Provided critical emergency care, including assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, ensuring timely response to life-threatening situations.
- - Monitored and assessed the effectiveness of respiratory therapies and medication administration, making adjustments based on patient responses to achieve optimal outcomes.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Triage Healthcare Staffing
06.2022 - 09.2022
- - Provided comprehensive respiratory therapy in an intensive care setting, managing ventilator support and executing treatment plans for patients with critical pulmonary conditions.
- - Delivered floor therapy services, administering aerosol medications, and performing airway management to improve patient respiratory function hospital-wide.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Barton Healthcare Staffing
09.2021 - 02.2022
- - Collaborated with healthcare professionals to design and implement tailored respiratory treatment plans, enhancing patient care quality.
- - Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient pulmonary function, contributing to accurate diagnosis and effective management of respiratory conditions.
- - Provided counseling to patients and their families regarding respiratory health management, ensuring a clear understanding of treatment protocols and medication usage.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Supplemental Health Care
04.2019 - 07.2019
- - Developed and adjusted individualized care plans based on patient diagnoses, accommodating patients' progress and addressing challenges encountered.
- - Improved patient outcomes by selecting optimal ventilation modes and enhancing patient-ventilator interactions, while ensuring strict adherence to sanitation and infection control standards.
Respiratory Therapist
RML Specialty Hospital
09.2014 - 08.2015
- - Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centered care, contributing to the development of tailored problem lists and intervention strategies.
- - Engaged in interdisciplinary meetings to evaluate patient progress and adjust care goals accordingly.
- - Conducted blood gas and electrolyte analyses as per physician orders, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and reporting any specimen or equipment issues to supervisory staff.
Caregiver
Lisa Hawthorne
12.2013 - 09.2014
- - Provided compassionate care and support to family members during illness, ensuring their comfort and assisting with daily living activities.
- - Maintained a nurturing environment, adapting to the evolving needs of the individuals to promote their well-being.
Respiratory Therapist
VMP Manor
04.2013 - 12.2013
- - Administered respiratory treatments using various devices, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and physician directives.
- - Delivered critical care in emergency situations, performing artificial respiration and external cardiac massage, and supporting cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts.
Respiratory Therapist
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2013
- - Evaluated patient respiratory conditions and administered appropriate treatments, ensuring adherence to physician directives and monitoring equipment efficacy.
- - Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate and optimize patient respiratory care, utilizing mechanical ventilators and therapeutic equipment as prescribed.
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Elite Medical Staffing
02.2008 - 07.2010
- - Provided high-quality respiratory care, enhancing patient recovery and respiratory strength through targeted treatment plans and medication administration.
- - Managed complex cases involving chronic tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients, ensuring consistent ventilatory support and patient stability.
Respiratory Therapist
Froedtert Hospital
06.2007 - 12.2007
- - Provided comprehensive respiratory therapy, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients requiring life support and preventative care.
Respiratory Therapist
Liberty Hospital
11.2005 - 06.2007
- - Delivered comprehensive respiratory therapy, encompassing various modalities to support patient breathing and airway management.
- - Conducted non-attended sleep studies and instructed patients on the correct utilization of respiratory care equipment to ensure effective treatment and patient self-sufficiency.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MissouriSkills
- Optimal Patient Care
- Cardiopulmonary Therapy
- Patient Assessment
- Therapeutic Administration
- Cardiopulmonary Dysfunction
- Intensive Care Unit
- Clinical Operations
- Patient Education
- Ventilation Equipment
- Treatment Plan Development
- Infection Control Techniques
- EMR Management
- Medication Administration
- Analytical & Problem Solving
- Communications
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, NBRC
- BLS, Current
- PALS, Current
- ACLS, Current
Timeline
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Pel/Piv Medical Staffing
07.2024 - Current
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Barton Healthcare Staffing
05.2024 - 08.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Triage Healthcare Staffing
06.2022 - 09.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Weiss Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2024
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Barton Healthcare Staffing
09.2021 - 02.2022
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Supplemental Health Care
04.2019 - 07.2019
Respiratory Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
02.2016 - 03.2023
Respiratory Therapist
RML Specialty Hospital
09.2014 - 08.2015
Caregiver
Lisa Hawthorne
12.2013 - 09.2014
Respiratory Therapist
VMP Manor
04.2013 - 12.2013
Respiratory Therapist
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2013
Travel Respiratory Therapist
Elite Medical Staffing
02.2008 - 07.2010
Respiratory Therapist
Froedtert Hospital
06.2007 - 12.2007
Respiratory Therapist
Liberty Hospital
11.2005 - 06.2007
Associate of Applied Science -
Concorde Career College