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Rebecca Lynn Tanner

Belle Plaine,MN

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic professional with over 14 years of experience as a respiratory therapist in various areas of patient care. Skilled in working with diverse patient populations, including pediatrics. Passionate about education, patient care, and overall patient experience. Provides ongoing clinical education to healthcare staff. Demonstrates expertise in assessing needs, troubleshooting, and implementing effective solutions in collaboration with team members, groups, and departments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary Respiratory Therapist

Mayo Clinic Health Systems
09.2019 - Current
  • Conducts outpatient pulmonary function tests, including for pediatric patients.
  • Provided and administered all nebulizers and inhalers including development of care plans for patients after a thorough assessment and testing
  • Deliver comprehensive inhaler training to nursing staff, outpatients, and inpatients.
  • Provide NPPV and ventilator support including management and education for patients and staff
  • Applied AIDET methodology to execute respiratory procedures effectively.
  • Provided necessary respiratory aid at infant births, both vaginal and cesarean.
  • Performs nocturnal oximetry testing for outpatients, sleep download education, 6 minute walk testing and oxygen titrations for both inpatient and out patient
  • Oversees all Quality Assurance for PFT testing performing weekly and monthly testing to ensure the highest quality level testing and assure accuracy
  • Designs management strategies for site-specific Respiratory Therapy procedures.
  • Collaborated with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to maintain optimal patient care.
  • Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and nursing staff, facilitating communication regarding patient status updates and changes in treatment plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based practice initiatives that led to improved overall clinical outcomes for respiratory patients.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential process improvements and implementing changes as needed.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, self-care techniques, and disease management strategies.
  • Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals seeking guidance on respiratory therapy practices and techniques.
  • Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures aimed at enhancing the delivery of respiratory care services.
  • 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.
  • Participated in quality improvement projects that helped to provide new equipment and advancements in care for respiratory patients.
  • Active instructor for FCCS (Fundamental in Critical Care)
  • Advocate for advancing the career of Respiratory Therapy, participating in several career fairs for high school students and presentations for students about the field of Respiratory Therapy.
  • Provided ongoing respiratory education for provider and nursing staff.

Clinician 3/CPAP Process Specialist

Park Nicollet CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Overseeing Resmed Resupply system and leading those team members in assistance of working that program
  • Coordinating a competency program and continuation education for team members
  • Assist with policy and procedure development including billing workflow and RX management
  • Training and education of new hire and team members as well as 3rd party as need be
  • Assisted in several PDAC meeting and addition of new products
  • Lead inventory counts and continue to implement a monthly review of products and adjustments of par levels with coordination of warehouse leader
  • Continue to work with oversight of CPAP Services manager to develop process improvements and EPIC integration
  • Provide education and training of new products

Interim Supervisor CPAP Services

Park Nicollet CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Coordinated and assisted with the department refresh/update project of the Meadowbrook location
  • Helped develop new workflow processes that created streamlined flows with the assistance of the manager
  • Continued to create schedules and maintain EPIC templating
  • Assisted with the development of several new workflow processes within EPIC to streamline across the enterprise within Park Nicollet
  • Held accountability to team member to insure billing process and policies were followed through

Clinician RRT

CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
06.2013 - 05.2018
  • Assist with creating staff schedules (including vacation requests) and coordination in EPIC system
  • Coordinate and manage the Resmed Resupply ordering system to assist patients with all their cpap supply needs
  • Assist with the implementation, launch and coordination of the Usleep program which is an outreach program that assists patients new to cpap and helps them to be successful and compliant on their devices
  • Supported the launch, implementation and coordination of the Encore Anywhere program
  • Abetted the launch of HDMS software program
  • Providing education and training for CPAP services staff
  • Created policy and procedures regarding varies billing, staff and equipment with the oversight of the CPAP services manager
  • Assisted with the launch of the electronic RX release program within EPIC along with the creating the work que platform used currently for receiving incoming RX's from PN providers
  • Member of the Kaizen implementation team to help increase workflow efficiencies to streamline workflow processes which allow for same day appts for PULM sleep pts for new set ups
  • Also assisted in training and education of the staff of new workflows
  • Help to coordinate quarterly meetings within all CPAP location sites to discuss concerns or issues within the department
  • Contributed to many department lean process improvement projects
  • Assisted with several location refresh projects and office/location opening including oversight and budget
  • Worked closely with business services in claims processing and PA process to insure a complete and accurate billing process
  • Completed EPIC scheduling and templating along with the schedule and vacation of all location staff
  • Developed training and education for new hires as well as training of current staff on new policies and program software
  • Developed therapy driven protocols to increase patient compliant and streamline and assist with the timeliness of billing
  • Coordinated with billing a program due to Competitive Bidding to assist with the billing education and insurance guidelines

Clinician/RRT

CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
10.2011 - 06.2013
  • Establish and provide excellent patient care thorough education and instruction for pulmonary patients and families with Sleep Disordered Breathing with patient home care products
  • Carefully evaluate physician documentation and Sleep Study results working with the physician and provide effective care for patients and their CPAP equipment needs and supplies
  • Diligently working to provide accurate information to patients on care, billing, and overall education on their Sleep Disordered Breathing to ensure an overall collaborative and wonderful patient experience to families and patients

Cardiopulmonary Service Practitioner

UMMC/University of Minnesota Amplatz Children's Hospital
06.2008 - 01.2012
  • Carefully developed skills while administering nebulizer treatments, inhaler treatments as well as education, peak flow administration, NIPPV treatments, ABG's, hand and mechanical BD's and various forms of oxygen delivery in both noncritical and critical care settings for both adult and pediatric patients
  • Demonstrated integrity and respect while working in a critical care setting with ventilated patients
  • Exhibited analytical development while learning techniques in RCATS, invasive line monitoring, intra aortic balloon pump insertion and sub ambient air delivery
  • Diligently assembled pulmonary equipment for both ICU and non ICU patients

Cardiopulmonary Service Practitioner Pulmonary Function Lab/Special Procedure

Hennepin County Medical Center
08.2011 - 10.2011
  • Thoroughly assisted Physicians in bedside bronchoscopies for both adult and pediatric which included both bedside and outpatient procedures
  • Demonstrated adaptability while performing full formal or bedside Pulmonary Function Testing and Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing while displaying ability to focus on patient care and promote effective technique
  • Displayed methodical analyze while reading and assisting in Pulmonary Function Testing Results
  • Exhibited love of learning and continuing to advance in the areas of Pulmonary Functions and Respiratory Care

Student Respiratory Care Practitioner

University of Minnesota Medical Center
02.2007 - 06.2008
  • Capitalized on every opportunity to learn about the various devices used to treat patients including Bipap machines, vest machines, and oxygen devices
  • Maintained a positive attitude and outlook while staying focused on patient care and education
  • Adapted to various types of patients and equipment protocols and device delivery

Respiratory Care Intern

Children's Hospital
04.2007 - 05.2008
  • Maintained an open mind and willingness to assist and learn from others
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability while learning various protocols in respiratory care
  • Developed a strong work ethic while maintaining a large workload delivering various pulmonary treatments

Education

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care

The College of St. Catherine
St. Paul, MN
05.2008

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Patient education
  • Respiratory care protocols
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Medication administration
  • Bronchial hygiene techniques
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Patient care documentation
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
  • ACLS
  • NRP
  • Patient instruction
  • Coaching and mentoring

References

  • Lori Nix, Director Health Care Products, Park Nicollet Health Services, 952-993-1507
  • Ryan McDonnell, Finance Strategist, Park Nicollet Health Services, 612-226-0466

Training

  • EPIC super user
  • HDMS super user
  • Kaizen workflow
  • Fast Track super user
  • Quality Improvement Expert

Certificationsandprofessionalmemberships

  • Certified Respiratory Therapist
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Basic Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Neonatal Recuiscitation Practitioner
  • Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist
  • FCCS instructor
  • National Board for Respiratory Care

Timeline

Primary Respiratory Therapist

Mayo Clinic Health Systems
09.2019 - Current

Clinician 3/CPAP Process Specialist

Park Nicollet CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
08.2018 - 09.2019

Interim Supervisor CPAP Services

Park Nicollet CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
05.2018 - 08.2018

Clinician RRT

CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
06.2013 - 05.2018

Clinician/RRT

CPAP Services/Pulmonary Sleep Medicine Clinic
10.2011 - 06.2013

Cardiopulmonary Service Practitioner Pulmonary Function Lab/Special Procedure

Hennepin County Medical Center
08.2011 - 10.2011

Cardiopulmonary Service Practitioner

UMMC/University of Minnesota Amplatz Children's Hospital
06.2008 - 01.2012

Respiratory Care Intern

Children's Hospital
04.2007 - 05.2008

Student Respiratory Care Practitioner

University of Minnesota Medical Center
02.2007 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care

The College of St. Catherine
Rebecca Lynn Tanner