Michele Bolton
@michelebolton
Compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist with eight years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist with eight years of quality experience in both hospital and home care settings. My expertise spans across pediatric, adult, and geriatric respiratory care, where I have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of each patient demographic. I am committed to providing high-quality respiratory therapy and education, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care.
Throughout my career, I have taken on various roles, including Shift Leader and charge therapist, where I have honed my leadership skills by delegating tasks and mentoring less experienced therapists. My experience includes emergency deployments during the COVID-19 crisis, providing critical care in high-pressure environments, and working closely with patients suffering from complex respiratory conditions. I pride myself on my quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, which are essential in emergency situations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Registered Respiratory Therapist
John Peter Smith
Aug 2021 - Nov 2021 (3 months)
Emergency deployment for COVID-19 crisis, providing respiratory therapy in high-pressure situations. Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure patient care during the pandemic.
Shift Leader/Charge Therapist
Tanner Medical Center
Aug 2020 - Apr 2021 (8 months)
Led respiratory therapy team, managed emergency responses, and educated staff on protocols. Provided care during high-risk deliveries and utilized Hamilton ventilators and Epic charting.
Home Respiratory Equipment Specialist
AeroCare Medical DME
Feb 2018 - May 2020 (2 years 3 months)
Serviced home respiratory equipment, trained patients on ventilators, and maintained contact with patients suffering from respiratory insufficiencies. Managed supply orders for over 40 patients.
Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hospital
Nov 2012 - Mar 2020 (7 years 4 months)
Delivered respiratory care to geriatric and adult patients, focusing on disease management and medication administration in both floor and ICU settings.
Core Respiratory Therapist
Erlanger Medical Center
Oct 2012 - Apr 2017 (4 years 6 months)
Served as a core therapist in the ED of a Level I Trauma Hospital, experienced in various ICU settings and skilled in patient transport and airway management.
Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
T.C. Thompson Children’s Hospital
Apr 2015 - Aug 2016 (1 year 4 months)
Provided pediatric respiratory therapy in emergency and ICU settings, addressing conditions such as asthma and cystic fibrosis. Participated in high-risk deliveries.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chattanooga State Technical Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Respiratory Care
2008 - 2012
Completed an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care, gaining essential knowledge and skills for providing respiratory therapy to patients across various age groups, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
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