Norann Reynolds

• Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
• Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
• Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
• Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and neonatal patients.
• Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
• Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
• Optimized ventilator settings to maximize patient comfort while maintaining optimal gas exchange levels.
• Educated patients and families on respiratory health, self-care techniques, and disease management strategies.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care and executing physician-prescribed treatment plans.

• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
• Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.

Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual's needs.

• Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
• Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
• Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and neonatal patients.
• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
• Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
• Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
• Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
• Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
• Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
• Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
• Enhanced patient safety with thorough ventilator management and monitoring.
• Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.

• Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
• Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
• Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
• Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
• Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
• Participated in faculty meetings, committees, and continuing education events to stay current on respiratory education trends and best practices.
• Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis.
• Updated course materials regularly to reflect current best practices within respiratory education and healthcare delivery systems.