Tammy Henry
Spokane Valley,WA
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist known for delivering exceptional patient care in hospital environments. Experience working with pediatric patients with congenital lung conditions, asthma and traumatic pulmonary conditions requiring close care and innovative treatment approaches. Natural communicator with children with talent reducing fears through education and judicious use of humor.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Sacred Heart Children Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Patrick's Hospita;
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Missoula College
Missoula Montana12.2020
Associate of Science - Psychology
University of Monana
Missoula, MT05.2016
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support
- Patient care documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medical record documentation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Emergency Care
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Respiratory Care Protocols
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS-Basic Life Support
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Sacred Heart Children Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Patrick's Hospita;
06.2019 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Missoula College
Associate of Science - Psychology
University of Monana
Similar Profiles
Stephenie BucherStephenie Bucher
Mental Health Technician at Peacehealth Sacred Heart HospitalMental Health Technician at Peacehealth Sacred Heart Hospital
Caitlin BethellCaitlin Bethell
Clinical Nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital PensacolaClinical Nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola
Hong-bi HanHong-bi Han
Registered Nurse at Hanllym University Dongtan Sacred Heart HospitalRegistered Nurse at Hanllym University Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital
Kirill OchkurKirill Ochkur
Accounting Bookkeeper Volunteer at Specialty Truck RepairAccounting Bookkeeper Volunteer at Specialty Truck Repair
Kelly LenhartKelly Lenhart
Paraeducator, Special Education, CI/CMI AI BI at CVSDParaeducator, Special Education, CI/CMI AI BI at CVSD