James Lippi
Bend,OR
Summary
Experienced Respiratory Therapist with a focus on COPD management and patient education at St Charles Health System. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through strategic care coordination and innovative educational initiatives. Committed to enhancing patient and family engagement while promoting collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in non-invasive ventilation techniques and thorough patient care documentation.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RRT - Pulmonary Transitions Coordinator
St Charles Health System
Bend , OR
05.2017 - Current
- I am currently the staff Respiratory Therapist, Out-Patient Pulmonary Transitions Coordinator.
- I have worked closely with my manager and fellow team members to develop our COPD education program to improve patient education, outcomes, reduce hospital readmissions, and improve patient satisfaction.
- I efficiently coordinate care with our pulmonary providers and hospitalists to provide educational instruction to patients and families on respiratory health management techniques for both inpatients and outpatients.
- I have developed a concise educational handout as a quick reference guide for patients to refer to at home, to improve self-care.
- Working with outlying companies involved in COPD management for new and updated technology implementation in our clinic.
- I work closely with, and have strong relationships with, our local DME providers to transition the care of the patient from the hospital or clinic to the home setting.
- I have strong relationships with my team and foster an environment of teamwork, learning, and trust.
Completion of the Pulmonary Disease Educator Course through the American Association of Respiratory Care.
Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Rehab
St Charles Health System
Bend, OR
01.2013 - 05.2017
- I helped to educate and monitor patients through our pulmonary rehabilitation program.
- I guided patients through a series of exercise sessions supervised by our multidisciplinary team.
- I provided educational PowerPoint presentations on various aspects of pulmonary disease management, energy conservation, airway clearance techniques, and respiratory medications.
- I kept thorough records within our electronic health record meeting all AACVPR guidelines.
Respiratory Therapist/Polysomnographer
St Charles Health System
Bend , OR
02.2012 - 01.2013
- I was a staff respiratory therapist and registered polysomnographic technologist mid-level provider for our sleep clinic providers.
- I performed RT clinical follow-ups for patients post CPAP and BiPAP therapy to achieve improved compliance. These follow-up sessions were conducted both in-person and via telephone.
- I helped patient's troubleshoot challenges they experienced using CPAP and BiPAP therapies.
Respiratory Therapist Polysomnographer
St Charles Health System
Bend , OR
05.2000 - 12.2011
- Staff Therapist and Polysomnographer. I conducted nighttime sleep studies, MSLTs, MWTs, and scoring of sleep studies.
- I was the respiratory lead therapist, and I helped to develop daily clinic operations. I helped to develop our mid-level provider position to assist our providers with clinical follow-up care post-CPAP/BiPAP therapy.
- I helped to establish and manage a startup, Durable Medical Equipment office, specializing in sleep therapy equipment.
- I provided education and setups for CPAP, BiPAP, and AVAPS, with excellent customer service and training for our patients and their families.
Respiratory Therapist
Oregon Health Sciences University
Portland , OR
06.1995 - 11.2001
- I was a staff respiratory therapist, performing all aspects of Respiratory therapy working in our ICU, trauma, PICU, NICU and General Floor Care.
Respiratory Therapist
St Charles Health System
Bend , OR
01.1998 - 05.2000
- I was an on-call staff respiratory therapist, performing all duties of respiratory care.
- I have experience working in the ICU, ER, general floor care, pediatrics, and NICU.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, OR06-1995
Skills
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- COPD management
- Effective communication
- Sleep Therapy
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Oxygen therapy Assessment
- Patient care documentation
- Reporting and documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Home care planning
- Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
- Continuous Quality Improvement award in 2019
- Former President of the Pacific Northwest Sleep Association
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (RCP-CRT) - 1995
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RCP-RRT) - 2009
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - 2002
Interests
- In my off time I enjoy music, camping, ATV riding and spending time with family and friends.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RRT - Pulmonary Transitions Coordinator
St Charles Health System
05.2017 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Rehab
St Charles Health System
01.2013 - 05.2017
Respiratory Therapist/Polysomnographer
St Charles Health System
02.2012 - 01.2013
Respiratory Therapist Polysomnographer
St Charles Health System
05.2000 - 12.2011
Respiratory Therapist
St Charles Health System
01.1998 - 05.2000
Respiratory Therapist
Oregon Health Sciences University
06.1995 - 11.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mt. Hood Community College