Holly Lacy
La Grange,GA
Summary
I am a current cardiovascular perfusion student at Emory University, with hands-on experience using the Liva Nova Sorin S5 and Liva Nova Essenz, as well as the MPS 2 and MPS 3 cardioplegia delivery systems. I have performed various procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve replacements, and aortic surgeries. As an active member of the AmSECT Student Council, I serve as the fundraising chair, contributing to initiatives that support our community and advance our field. I am dedicated to implementing best practices to continuously enhance patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tanner Medical Center
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Rivertowne Center
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
East Alabama Medical Center
09.2014 - 02.2019
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The Shepherd Center
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Education
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Perfusion
Emory University
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati
09.2020
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
09.2013
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Bypass
- Epic charting system
- MPS 2 & MPS 3 cardioplegia delivery system
- Liva Nova Sorin S5
- Liva Nova Essenz
- Arterial blood gas analysis
Affiliations
- AmSECT Student Council Member
- AmSECT Student Council Fundraising Chair
- American Association of Respiratory Care
- National Board of Respiratory Care
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Basic Life Support certified
- Adult Cardiovascular Life Support certified
- Pediatric Life Support certification
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tanner Medical Center
01.2021 - 04.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Rivertowne Center
09.2018 - 07.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist
East Alabama Medical Center
09.2014 - 02.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The Shepherd Center
09.2014 - 04.2017
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Basic Life Support certified
- Adult Cardiovascular Life Support certified
- Pediatric Life Support certification
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Perfusion
Emory University
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
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