Leslie Greer
Cochran
Summary
Enthusiastic Respiratory Therapy student eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of respiratory tasks and training in respiratory care. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the Respiratory department.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Houston Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Respiratory Student
Houston Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Houston Medical Center
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Student Worker- Manager
Middle Georgia State Univerity
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Supported customer needs, handling both in-person and telephone requests for assistance
- Reported safety hazards and needs for maintenance and repair work on the Campus Wellness Center
- Kept customer and worker areas clean, neat, and organized
- Received, processed, and organized new shipments for storage or restocking.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA05.2023
Associate of Science - Health Science
Middle Georgia State University
07.2022
High School Diploma -
Bleckley County High School
Cochran, GA05.2017
Skills
- Respiratory Conditions
- Breathing Exercises
- Patient Safety
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Patient and Family Interaction
- Metered Dose Inhalers
- Airway Management
- Bronchopulmonary Drainage
- Ventilation Management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
Additional Information
- Received a Certified Nurse Assistant in High school from May 2016-May 2018
- Graduated with Honors in High School
- Current member of the Georgia Society of Respiratory Care
- Current member of the American Association for Respiratory Care
- Current member of Middle Georgia Respiratory Education Action Team
Certification
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- NRP Certified
- PALS Certified
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Houston Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
Respiratory Student
Houston Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Houston Medical Center
04.2022 - 09.2022
Student Worker- Manager
Middle Georgia State Univerity
08.2020 - 11.2021
Associate of Science - Health Science
Middle Georgia State University
High School Diploma -
Bleckley County High School
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- NRP Certified
- PALS Certified
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Middle Georgia State University
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