Leanne Hawkes
Springfield,LA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at VieMed, adept in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective ventilator management and a compassionate bedside manner. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to tailor treatment plans, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and safety standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
VieMed
07.2018 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on assessment data.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and device usage.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, maintaining compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Trained new staff on best practices in respiratory care techniques and equipment operation.
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and device usage effectively.
- Administered medications via aerosol or nebulizer treatments, ensuring appropriate dosages for optimal therapeutic effect.
- Provided effective airway management during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitation efforts.
- Assisted in bronchoscopy procedures, ensuring safe and efficient completion of diagnostic testing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
Home Registered Respiratory Therapist
Patio Drugs
Kenner, Louisiana
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Conducted equipment maintenance checks, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving oxygen therapy.
Home Registered Respiratory Therapist
Duramed
Kenner, Louisiana
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and home care procedures.
- Administered respiratory therapies, including bronchodilator treatments and oxygen therapy, ensuring patient comfort.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UMC New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Monitored patients' vital signs and respiratory parameters to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and preventive measures effectively.
- Maintained and calibrated respiratory equipment to ensure safety and regulatory compliance consistently.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- 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.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Touro Infirmary Hospital
New Orleans, Louisiana
12.2006 - 06.2008
- Monitoredllaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and preventive measures effectively.
- Maintained and calibrated respiratory equipment to ensure safety and regulatory compliance consistently.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- 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.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12-2006
Associate of General Studies - Science
Nunez Community College
Chalmette, LA05-2004
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Caring bedside manner
- Equipment setup
- Treatment administration
- Ventilator management
- Home ventilator management
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
VieMed
07.2018 - Current
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2015 - 07.2018
Home Registered Respiratory Therapist
Patio Drugs
06.2013 - 01.2015
Home Registered Respiratory Therapist
Duramed
06.2011 - 06.2013
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UMC New Orleans
06.2008 - 06.2010
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Touro Infirmary Hospital
12.2006 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Delgado Community College
Associate of General Studies - Science
Nunez Community College