William Barnes
Little Rock
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
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management, and intubations.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Arkansas Heart Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as ventilator management, and intubations.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Patient Care Technician
Arkansas Heart Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Patient Care Technician
CHI St. Vincent
04.2016 - 05.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Patient Care Technician
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Patient Care Technician
White River Medical Center
05.2010 - 04.2015
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Arkansas Pulaski Tech
North Little Rock, AR05-2024
GED -
Arkansas National Guard Youth Challenge
Little Rock, AR06-2006
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Bronchial hygiene
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory medication administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Member of the AARC
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Arkansas Heart Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Arkansas Heart Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2024
Patient Care Technician
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
Patient Care Technician
CHI St. Vincent
04.2016 - 05.2023
Patient Care Technician
White River Medical Center
05.2010 - 04.2015
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Member of the AARC
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Arkansas Pulaski Tech
GED -
Arkansas National Guard Youth Challenge
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