Erika Davies
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist known for delivering exceptional patient care in hospital environments. Experience working with patients with congenital lung conditions, asthma and traumatic pulmonary conditions requiring close care and innovative treatment approaches.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sanford Health
02.2024 - Current
- Currently Trained in the Adult ICU, Pediatric ICU, and the Neonatal ICU.
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Monitored and evaluated patient responses to therapies, adjusting protocols as necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory techniques and equipment usage.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, offering guidance on best practices for managing pediatric patients with complex respiratory needs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HCA Healthcare Kingwood
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Administered emergency interventions for pediatric patients in high-stress environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans.
Respiratory Therapy Student
HCA Healthcare- Kingwood
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Provided artificial respiration and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Work Study Student
Pima Medical Institute
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Greeted callers to identify and address needs while fostering positive experience.
- Assisted department with special projects and tasks to meet deadlines.
- Assisted in day-to-day maintenance and responsibilities to facilitate operations of assigned department.
- Spearheaded copying, filing and mailing projects to support administrative staff.
Warehouse Supervisor
Vigor Usa
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Supervised scheduling for freight and package shipments and managed return and transfer procedures.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
- Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Houston, TX11.2023
Skills
- Precepting New Employees and Students
- Treatment Administration
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Safety Protocols and Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Patient Education
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Reporting and Documentation
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist- Licensed in South Dakota and Texas
- Basic Life Support Certification - Expires 9/2026
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program- Expires 8/2027
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sanford Health
02.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HCA Healthcare Kingwood
11.2023 - 01.2024
Respiratory Therapy Student
HCA Healthcare- Kingwood
04.2023 - 11.2023
Work Study Student
Pima Medical Institute
04.2022 - 03.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
Vigor Usa
05.2018 - 03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute