Registered respiratory therapist with extensive experience in emergency airway management and transportation of critically ill patients. Skilled in operating high-frequency ventilators and providing effective patient education. Demonstrated success in delivering optimal respiratory care in high-pressure environments. Committed to improving patient outcomes through expert clinical practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Carle Health Pekin Hospital
Pekin
01.2026 - Current
Operates, and manages mechanical ventilators to provide optimal respiratory support.
Oversees non-invasive ventilatory interfaces, including BiPAP, CPAP, and NIV pressure control.
Performs arterial puncture and collection to evaluate ventilation, oxygenation, and acid-base status of acutely compromised patients.
Assists physicians with various elective and emergency procedures.
Administers aerosolized medications and gases, executing bronchial hygiene techniques for airway clearance.
Educates patients on respiratory care, medications, and proper use of home equipment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria
06.2023 - Current
Operates mechanical ventilators to provide optimal respiratory support.
Operates mechanical ventilators to provide optimal respiratory support.
Performs arterial puncture and collection to evaluate ventilation, oxygenation and acid-base status of acutely compromised patients.
Performs endotracheal intubations on all patient populations.
Participates in transportation and stabilization of high risk acute, and critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients from outlying regions by mode of rotary-wing aircraft and ground transport.
Participates in transportation and stabilization of high risk acute, and critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients from outlying regions by mode of rotary-wing aircraft and ground transport.
Respiratory Care Technician (LPN)
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria
09.2019 - 06.2023
Administered aerosolized medications and gases, executing bronchial hygiene techniques for airway clearance.
Collaborated with Physicians, APP's, and other team members on plan of care.
Performed arterial puncture and collection to evaluate ventilation, oxygenation, and acid-base status of acutely ill patients.
Provided education on respiratory related care, and proper use of equipment during patient stay, and prior to discharge.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
05-2023
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
07-2019
High School Diploma -
Pekin Community High School
Pekin, IL
05-2012
Skills
Endotracheal Intubation
Airway management
High Frequency Ventilators
Transport Ventilators
Pediatric Critical Care
Critical Care Transport
Level VI NICU
Level 1 Trauma
Certification
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Illinois Dept of Financial and Professional Regulation, Issued 07/23/2023
Accomplishments
Lambda Beta Society - Awarded 2023
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Carle Health Pekin Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Respiratory Care Technician (LPN)
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center
09.2019 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Registered Respiratory Therapist at Penn Medicine: University Of Pennsylvania Health SystemRegistered Respiratory Therapist at Penn Medicine: University Of Pennsylvania Health System
Registered Respiratory Therapist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish RiteRegistered Respiratory Therapist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite