John Burns
Bar Harbor
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Respiratory Therapist at Nash General Hospital, adept in critical thinking and equipment operations. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through effective respiratory management and compliance with safety protocols, ensuring optimal health outcomes and satisfaction. Skilled in water quality testing and preventive maintenance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Biological Operator ( Wastewater Treatment )
Town Of Tarboro
04.2013 - 08.2022
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
Respiratory Therapist
Down East Respiratory Services
09.2000 - 02.2013
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
Respiratory Therapist
Nash General Hospital
09.1995 - 09.2000
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided emergency care to patients.
- Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Education
Associate of Arts - College Transfer
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NCNo Degree - MIG Welding (certification)
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NCAssociate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NC09.1995
Skills
- Equipment Inventory Maintenance
- Wastewater Distribution
- Water Quality Testing
- Wastewater Collection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hand Tools
- Mobile Devices
- Safety Compliance
- Welding Equipment
- Active Listening
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Reading Comprehension
- Parts Replacement
- Safety Techniques
- Minor Repairs
- Building Repairs
- Social Perceptiveness
- Equipment Inspection
- Air Compressors
- Critical Thinking
- Power Saws
- Testing Devices
- Time Management
- Personnel Protection
- Loss Prevention Strategies
- Laboratory Techniques
- Materials Movement
- Machine Operations
- Safety Protocols
- Safety Meetings
- Company Safety Policies
- Training Junior Team Members
- Customer Service
- Equipment Operations
- Routine Equipment Maintenance
- Repairing Hoses
- Power Sanders
- Plant Identification
- Regulatory Requirements
- Valve Repairs
- Electric Clippers
- Employee Performance
- Material Inventory
- Customer Satisfaction
- Equipment Safety
- Plant Operations
- Drill Cutters
- Routine Inspections
- Operation Monitoring
- Water Treatment Equipment Maintenance
- Project Deadlines
- Machine Setups
- Equipment Adjustment
- Safety Practices
Timeline
Biological Operator ( Wastewater Treatment )
Town Of Tarboro
04.2013 - 08.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Down East Respiratory Services
09.2000 - 02.2013
Respiratory Therapist
Nash General Hospital
09.1995 - 09.2000
Associate of Arts - College Transfer
Edgecombe Community College
No Degree - MIG Welding (certification)
Edgecombe Community College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Edgecombe Community College