Collin Evans
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Care Practitioner with extensive experience at WakeMed Raleigh Campus, excelling in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to optimize mechanical ventilation and enhance patient comfort through effective communication. Skilled in arterial blood gas analysis and committed to fostering a collaborative team environment, ensuring high-quality respiratory care outcomes.
Respiratory care expert with strong background in patient assessment, therapeutic procedures, and life support management. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver optimal respiratory care and adapt to evolving clinical environments. Skilled in ventilator management, airway clearance techniques, and patient education. Known for dependability, flexibility, and achieving tangible results in high-pressure situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
05.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Educated patients and their families on the proper use of home respiratory equipment, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current respiratory treatments and therapies, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Performed insertion of arterial line into patients' radial artery.
Respiratory Care Assistant
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety and accountability by consistently adhering to established policies, procedures, and best practices within the respiratory care field.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care and support under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.
- Set up and maintained various respiratory care equipment.
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized respiratory care plans.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Product Flow Specialist
Best Buy Inc
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Streamlined project delivery processes, reducing completion times significantly.
- Assisted in developing strategic plan that aligned with long-term company goals.
- Facilitated workshops for professional development of junior staff members.
Cashier
Zaxby’s
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NC05-2024
Skills
- Aerosol therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Bronchial hygiene
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Clinical decision making
- Intubation
- Equipment setup
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Arterial line placement
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
05.2024 - Current
Respiratory Care Assistant
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
09.2023 - 05.2024
Product Flow Specialist
Best Buy Inc
06.2019 - 09.2023
Cashier
Zaxby’s
03.2018 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Edgecombe Community College
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