Lindsay Salerno
Natick,MA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Massachusetts General Hospital, specializing in mechanical ventilation management and arterial blood gas analysis with autonomy. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective airway management and collaborative care. Adept at educating patients and families, fostering clear communication, and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2026
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to critically ill patients in various care settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient responses to therapies, adjusting treatment protocols as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Utilized advanced ventilators and diagnostic equipment to assess respiratory function accurately.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing departmental efficiency and patient safety measures.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Assisted and helped transport pediatric burn patients between Shriner's Hospital and MGH
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- 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.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem
Metro West Medical Center Leonard Morse Campus
11.2009 - 09.2010
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments and procedures based on patient assessments.
- Staff Therapist for ICU, Floors and ED
- Ventilator Management
- Floor Therapy: Aerosol, MDI and CPT
- Educating patients and families on proper technique of MDIs, Peak Flow, Spacers, and Nebulizers
- Draw ABGs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
05-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
05-2009
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Nitric oxide therapy
- Adult care
- Burn Pediatric care at Shriner's Hospital for Children
- Registered respiratory therapist - neonatal/pediatric specialist - course taken
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care specialist - course taken
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2026
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem - Metro West Medical Center Leonard Morse Campus
11.2009 - 09.2010
University of Hartford - Bachelor of Science, Respiratory Therapy
University of Hartford - Bachelor of Arts, Spanish