LYNN LY
Swedish First Hill
Tacoma
10
years of professional experience
Experienced Respiratory Therapist of ten years with an understanding labor and delivery, NICU, PICU, CICU, pediatric and adult emergency room, and adult ICU. Highly skilled in-patient assessments and initiating treatments.
Healthcare professional with strong background in respiratory therapy, prepared for impactful roles in patient care. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in high-pressure environments.
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
1 Year 7 Months- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Precepted new respiratory therapists, reinforcing pediatric protocols, equipment use, and patient safety practices.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
1 Year- Responded to emergency airway situations, providing rapid stabilization and advanced respiratory support.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and intensivists to coordinate timely respiratory interventions.
- NICU, PICU, ED, CICU, Adult ICU.
- Precepted new respiratory therapists, reinforcing pediatric protocols, equipment use, and patient safety practices.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 4 Months- Managed ventilator settings and airway support for critically ill children in PICU and NICU environments.
- Assessed respiratory status, interpreted blood gas results, and communicated critical changes to care teams.
- Delivered pediatric respiratory therapies, adjusting treatment plans based on patient response and clinical assessments.
- Initiated and maintained nebulizer medication, oxygen therapy, and humidification for diverse pediatric patients.
- Travel contracts.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
4 Years 9 Months- Interacted with patients, family members and interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics, and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers, and positive pressure devices.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, ventilator management and bronchoscopies.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 10 Months- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Evaluated patients in emergency department and coordinated interventions.
- Obtained radial and brachial arterial blood gases and provided interpreting results.
- Management of ventilators and recommending modifications per patient progress.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 3 Months- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and intubation.
- Discussed deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical interventions based on assessments.
- Followed established policies to compliantly deliver services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Skills
Critical thinking
Respiratory equipment setup
Patient and caregiver education
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Medication administration
Training & Development
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Swedish First Hill
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
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Valley Medical Center
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Seattle Children's Hospital
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Tacoma Community College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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Boise State University
Bachelor of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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