Tiffany Fox
Argenta
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Therapist skilled in conducting pulmonary function tests and providing advanced respiratory treatments. Known for a professional bedside manner and a focus on patient safety, aiming to improve respiratory health outcomes through education and teamwork.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Northwestern Medicine
Sandwich, IL
04.2013 - Current
- Perform comprehensive pulmonary function tests according to ATS/ERS guidelines.
- Conduct spirometry, lung volume, diffusion capacity (DLCO), and bronchodilator studies.
- Educate patients on testing procedures and respiratory disease management.
- Monitor patient safety and accurately document test results.
- Collaborate with pulmonologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Calibrate and maintain pulmonary diagnostic equipment.
- Provide respiratory treatments including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, and airway clearance therapies.
- Administered respiratory care treatments and therapies to diverse patient populations.
- 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.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
Respiratory Therapist
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Downers Grove, IL
07.1998 - 11.2013
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Monitored and assessed patients' respiratory status using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and treatment options.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in respiratory therapy techniques.
- Led departmental training sessions on new respiratory technologies and equipment usage.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
National Louis University
Wheaton, IL08.2000
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL05.1999
Skills
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Pulmonary function screenings
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Caring bedside manner
- Physical assessments
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- Will be interested in getting CPFT
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Northwestern Medicine
04.2013 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
07.1998 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
National Louis University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Waubonsee Community College