All About the Breathing
Helping patients breathe
Helping patients breathe comfortably to live everyday to the fullest.
Respiratory Therapist
My Background
Respiratory Therapist in Alberta for 17 years. Have years of experience working in Cardiovascular ICU, Trauma, ICU, Neonatel ICU, Emergency Department, as well as Wards Clinician. Currently I am a Supervisor and Program lead (2 positions combined in one). I am part of a dedicated team that provides respiratory testing and treatment under the direction of Pulmonary Physicians. In collabration, the team explores devices which improve one's oxygenation and ventilation. Breathing becoming easier, giving patients the ability to live life to the fullest.
In my personal life, I am married and have 2 grown children. I also have 3 dogs ( 2 rescued and 1 left by my daughter!). I have enrolled in my first master program class at Athabasca University. Hope to finish a Master's Degree in the next 3 years.
Resume
Current Resume location for potential employers.
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Articles of Interest
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Week 7 Articles:
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Andermann, A (2016). Taking action on the social determinants of health in clinical practice:A framework for health progessionals. CMAJ, 188 (17-18), 474-413. doi:10.1503/cmaj. 160177.
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Goden, S & Earp, J (2012). Social ecological approaches and their contexts:Twendy years of health education and behaviors health promotion interventions. Health Education & Behavior, 39(3), 364-372. doi: 10.1177/1090198111418634.
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UNICEF (n.d.), Social ecological model (SEM), communication for development (C4D)?, Retrieved from https://www.unicef.org/cbsc/files/Model_1_SEM-C4D.docx
Standards of Practice- CARTA
Website for College and Association of Respiratory Therapist of Alberta. www.carta.ca. Under the heading "About", you will be able to read the "Standard of Practice" and "Profession". This will help everyone understand Respiratory practice in Alberta.
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