Linda De Vercelly
Charlotte
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 10+ years of experience in healthcare locations and community-based settings. Highly skilled in patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Pulmonary rehabilitation and pulmonary function experience as well. Successful at implementing best practices to advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Aiken Regional Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatment options.
- Conducted diagnostic tests, including pulmonary function assessments and blood gas analyses.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and adjusted interventions based on patient progress.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Actively participated in daily physician and patient rounds to maintain continuum of care.
- Delivered comprehensive care to restore and strengthen patients' respiratory functions..
- Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics, and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers, and positive pressure devices.
Respiratory Therapist
Carolinas Continue Care Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, ventilator management and bronchoscopies.
- Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic bronchoscopy, bedside tracheostomy preparation and assistance. Operated and managed mechanical ventilators.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
05.2008 - 11.2019
- Explained respiratory diagnosis information, treatments and prescription instructions to patients.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic maneuvers and consistent preparation and assistance. Operated and managed mechanical ventilators.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC05.2009
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Extensive knowledge of the respiratory/cardiopulmonary system
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Decision-making
- Reliable and trustworthy
Education and Training
other
Accomplishments
Spearheaded getting the pulmonary function lab and pulmonary rehab program restarted and proficient at Aiken Regional Medical Center.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Aiken Regional Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Krucial Staffing
10.2020 - 11.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Carolinas Continue Care Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2021
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
05.2008 - 11.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Piedmont Community College