Elizabeth Fjeldheim
Sioux Falls
Summary
Professional respiratory care provider with comprehensive experience in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and critical care. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in mechanical ventilation, airway management, and emergency response. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards of respiratory care in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sanford USD Medical Center
09.2015 - 08.2025
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- 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.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Worked in the Emergency Department, NICU, ICU, and PICU.
Education
Bachelor’s - Respiratory Care
Dakota State University
Madison, SD05-2019
Skills
Adaptability
Communication
Empathy
Teamwork
Leadership
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sanford USD Medical Center
09.2015 - 08.2025
Bachelor’s - Respiratory Care
Dakota State University
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