RESUME
Karen Gibson-Backstrom, R.C.P.
37983 390th St.
Aitkin, MN 56431
218-927-2364
(Cell: 218-839-2762)
License #: 2459 exp. 06-30-08
ongibbyspond@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVES
To utilize my experience and knowledge. To provide excellent care and service to patients/clients, and to meet their needs. To reach my full potential as a professional while respecting the dignity and confidentiality of each individual.
SUMMARY
Twenty Five years of clinical experience in Hospital, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and Durable Medical Supplies. This includes Newborn ICU, Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, Burn Unit, Pediatrics, Cardiac Care Unit, Cerebral Vascular Unit, Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, E.R. Trauma Team, O.R., Neonatal Resuscitation Team, Rehab Units, CPAP-BiLEVEL set ups with follow up, Founder of Aitkin area of Sleep Apnea Support Group.
Pulmonary Rehab and Pulmonary Rehab Support Group.
EXPERIENCE
Aitkin Medical Supply…………………………..May 2001 to Sept .2007
( Aitkin MN )
Riverwood Healthcare Center…………………...Nov. 1998 to Jan. 2001
( Aitkin MN )
Sierra Vista Regional Healthcare Center………...Jan. 1997 to Sept. 1998
( Sierra Vista AZ )
El Dorado Hospital……………………………….Feb. 1995 to Dec. 1997
( Tucson AZ )
Cottonwood Animal Hospital…………………….July 1993 to May 1994
( Salt Lake City UT )
Holy Cross Hospital………………………………Jan. 1991 to Apr. 1993
( Salt Lake City UT )
University of Utah Medical Center……………….Nov. 1983 to Mar. 1990
( Salt Lake City UT )
Billings Deaconess Hospital………………………Oct. 1982 to Oct. 1983
( Billings MT )
Mechanical Ventilation, (adult, neonatal, veterinary)
CPAP-BiLEVEL set ups
Pulmonary Function
Respirator Fit Testing (i.e. Fire Depts.)
Arterial Blood Gases
Cardiac Stress Tests
Smoking Cessation Classes
Pulmonary- Rehab
E.K.G.’s
Large and Small volume Nebulizers
O2 concentrators and conservers
Instruct Liquid O2 system and fill
Home visits for Respiratory Assessments
Intubations (neonatal and veterinary)
High Risk Resuscitations
Trach Care Management and Teaching
Phlebotomy (veterinary)
I.V. cath insertion and medication (veterinary)
Labs (CBC, Diff, U/A’s, WBC, etc. (veterinary)
Radiology (veterinary)
Clinical Mgr. of Respiratory Therapy Depts. Within
3 Skilled Nursing Facilities
Clinical Mentor for Pima College RT students
In servicing of nursing staffs (Trach care, O2 delivery
Systems)
HOBBIES
Hobby farm with 2 horses, 2 mules, 3 dogs, 3 cats.
Swimming, fishing, golf, hiking, gardening, antique hunting, home decorating, photography.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Authored and illustrated a “Sibling Coloring Book” for use at the University of Utah Medical Center Level III-NICU.
Illustrated a BPD Parent Manual
Illustrations for Sleep Apnea and Pulmonary visual aids.
Launched Aitkin Area Sleep Apnea Support Group which continues to meet
once a month.
Provided equipment, instruct, and follow up to over 415 patients with
Obstructive Sleep Apnea within Aitkin and surrounding areas.
aitkin Medical Transcription Job