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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, SD
05-2019

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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