Cameron Mercer
St. Louis
Summary
Dynamic critical care professional with extensive experience in specialized units, including cardiac, cardiothoracic surgery, surgery/burn/trauma, medical, neurological, and neurosurgical care. Proven ability to deliver exceptional respiratory care in a 1200+ bed academic hospital recognized as a Level 1 trauma and stroke center. Strong leadership skills and commitment to professional development demonstrated through active participation in the department's Preceptor and Charge Therapist Programs. Passionate about enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Barnes Jewish Hospital
05.2014 - Current
- Intensive Care Therapist
- Preceptor Program Member
- Charge Therapist
Education
Bachelor of Health Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Missouri – Columbia
05.2022
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
East Central College
05.2013
Skills
- Knowledge of physiological systems
- Arterial blood gas interpretation and analysis
- Capacity to anticipate and respond to critical situations
- Ability to assess patient ventilatory status and make appropriate adjustments
- Efficient communicator within multidisciplinary critical care team
- Detail-oriented under pressure
Affiliations
Unit Practice Council Member, Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Research Committee Member, Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Project Lead-Expiratory Sensitivity Percent Understanding and Application
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification - Renewed July 2025
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Barnes Jewish Hospital
05.2014 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
East Central College
Bachelor of Health Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Missouri – Columbia
Awards and Recognition
- PHIL Award: 2023, Nationally recognized program dedicated to honoring outstanding respiratory therapists who provide exemplary care and treatment for patients. Nominated by patients, family members and other caregivers
- Excellence in Mentoring Award: 2021, Nominated by colleagues within respiratory care department
- Employee of the Year Award: 2018, Nominated by colleagues within respiratory care department
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