Renee Clarke
Lithia Springs
Summary
"Always open to learn and grow to become the best Registered Respiratory Therapist I can be for the patients"
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective patient care plans.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to assess lung function and oxygen levels.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documented therapy sessions thoroughly.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
- CVICU trained
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Provide thorough patient care through documentation, assessment, patient education, positivity, care plans, medication administration, ventilator management, ABG management, assists in patient safety, and assists other coworkers
Student
Northside Hospital
Atlanta
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments under supervision of licensed therapists.
- Prepared equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient progress toward established goals set by physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Ensured all equipment used during treatments is functioning properly prior to use.
Pharmacy Front and Sales Associate
CVS
Savannah
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Utilized strong communication and relationship-building skills to understand the customer's needs
- Identified appropriate patient medications
- Directed customers to suitable medical products directed by pharmacist
- Contributed to positive/customer ratings and retention rates
Student
East Georgia Regional
Statesboro
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments under supervision of licensed therapists.
- Prepared equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient progress toward established goals set by physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Ensured all equipment used during treatments is functioning properly prior to use.
Student
St Josephs
Savannah
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments under supervision of licensed therapists.
- Prepared equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Administered aerosol medications via metered dose inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient progress toward established goals set by physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Ensured all equipment used during treatments is functioning properly prior to use.
Education
Bachelors - Health Science-Respiratory Therapy
Georgia Southern University
Savannah, GA05-2024
Skills
- Proficient Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Assessment Skills
- Epic Knowledge
- Computer Skills
- Bedside Manners
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Mechanical ventilation
- Patient education
Certification
- CRT & RRT
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Credentials
BSRC, RRT
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Grady Memorial Hospital
08.2024 - 03.2025
Student
Northside Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2024
Student
East Georgia Regional
01.2023 - 12.2023
Student
St Josephs
01.2023 - 04.2023
Pharmacy Front and Sales Associate
CVS
08.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelors - Health Science-Respiratory Therapy
Georgia Southern University