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Shannon Wagner

SPOKANE,WA

Summary

Dedicated Respiratory professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Seeking opportunities to not only use skills acquired over 16 yrs of acute work, but continue to learn and improve outcomes for patients.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
12.2021 - 06.2023

Primary duties include: Over see daily function of staff, education of staff on policy and procedures. Created policy and procedures to ensure adherence to laws and best practice. Chart audits, voice between RN, MD, and RT issues.


  • Developed system of staff communication to enable quicker implementation of treatment plans and improved comprehensive patient care.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Evaluated care policies using patient records and current research findings to develop better treatment.
  • Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
  • Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
  • Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
04.2018 - 12.2021

Began here as staff registered respiratory therapist. Working Trauma ICU, Trauma ER, NICU, and floor therapy.

  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
  • Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
  • Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
  • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
  • Analyzed and ran tests and conveyed results to other staff.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.

Respiratory Therapist Supervisor

PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2018
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
  • Assessed response to planned care through monitoring and recording patient condition.
  • Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
  • Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated breathing issues.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Samaritan Hospital
01.2012 - 05.2015
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
  • Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Confluence Health
07.2007 - 04.2008
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.

Respiratory Therapost

Dayton General Hospital
07.2007 - 04.2008
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
  • Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.

EKG Technician

St. Anne Hopital
06.2006 - 07.2007
  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Edited final test results to provide to physician for analysis.
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.

Education

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
06.2007

Skills

    Vent management, troubleshooting, and weaning skills

    Noninvasive management, troubleshooting, and weaning skills

    ABG puncture and analysis ready

    Multitask and prioritize capable

  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptability
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Teamwork
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Physical assessments
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Responsible

Additional Information

NBRC RRT-NPS


AARC member



Timeline

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
12.2021 - 06.2023

Registered Respiratory Therapist

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
04.2018 - 12.2021

Respiratory Therapist Supervisor

PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2018

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Samaritan Hospital
01.2012 - 05.2015

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Confluence Health
07.2007 - 04.2008

Respiratory Therapost

Dayton General Hospital
07.2007 - 04.2008

EKG Technician

St. Anne Hopital
06.2006 - 07.2007

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

Tacoma Community College
Shannon Wagner