Holly Lacy
La Grange,GA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tanner Medical Center
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Rivertowne Center
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
East Alabama Medical Center
09.2014 - 02.2019
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
The Shepherd Center
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Arterial blood gas monitoring, arterial line insertion, venous blood gas monitoring, transporting critical patients to other facilities, intubations, intubation assisting, bedside bronchoscopy with sampling, diaphragmatic pacing, tracheostomy insertion and changes.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
Education
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Perfusion
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH09.2020
Leadership & Accomplishments
- AmSECT Student Council-Fundraising Chair -Collaborated on initiatives that support the perfusion community and advance our field. Assisted in the creation of the 2023-2024 t-shirt design for the AmSECT conference & heart walk.
- AmSECT Student Council Member- participated and worked collaboratively on projects with other student council members.
- AmSECT Student Feature
- Contributed an article for the AmSECT Student Newsletter
- Mission trip to Africa planned for summer of 2025
Research
Vaping & Associated Lung Injury
ECMO & CRRT: An Optimal Connection Site to Decrease Patient Complications
Certification
- Completion of ELSO Adult ECMO course
- CentriMag training
- Heartware VAD training certification
- CRT-Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Basic Life Support certified
- Adult Cardiovascular Life Support certified
- Pediatric Life Support certification
- Team STEPPS Certification
- Collaborate Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Certified
Affiliations
- American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)
- National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- AmSECT Student Council Member
Clinical Experience
Rotating Hospitals: Emory University Hospital, Emory St. Joes Hospital, Tanner Medical Center & Children's Healthcare of Atlanta(future rotation).
Adult Procedures: Coronary Artery Bypass graft, Ascending/Hemiarch, aortic valve repair & replacement, mitral valve repair & replacement, robotic valve repair/replacement, Circulatory Arrest (ACP & RCP), Left atrial appendage clip, PTE, Dissections, ECMO, Impella and HeartMate.
Equipment utilized during clinical rotations:
Pumps: Sorin S5, Liva Nova Essenz
Cardioplegia Delivery: MPS-2 & MPS-3
Blood Management: Sorin XTRA, Haemonetics Elite+
Heater Cooler: Liva Nova 3T & Hemotherm
EMR: Epic
Monitoring: HMS Plus, GEM Premiere 5000
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tanner Medical Center
01.2021 - 06.2023
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
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Perfusion
Emory University
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati
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