Tracy Epstein
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 10 years of experience in administering respiratory therapies. Known for effective team collaboration and patient education, aiming to improve clinical outcomes through innovative care strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Providence St. Peter Hospital
Olympia, WA
01.2013 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments according to physician orders and patient care plans.
- Monitored and assessed patients' respiratory status, adjusting treatment protocols.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Operated mechanical ventilators for effective airway management in critical care settings. to deliver airway management.
- 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.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory equipment use and therapeutic interventions, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for complex cases.
- Trained new staff on respiratory therapy techniques and hospital protocols to ensure compliance and safety.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes and streamlined departmental processes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advanced Lifeline Services
Puyallup, WA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Oversaw inventory management of respiratory supplies, ensuring availability of essential equipment for patient care.
- Led case reviews to identify best practices and streamline workflow processes within the unit.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma06-2012
Skills
- Endotracheal intubation
- Ventilator management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Blood gas analysis
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Trauma life support
- Trauma life support
Accomplishments
I had identified facial tissue injuries that were occurring to our ventilated patients when in the prone position. I researched best practice and worked with our pulmonologists, wound care team, nurses and infection control to create a protocol to decrease these facial injuries. This protocol was accepted and I trained all the respiratory therapists in our department on how to properly perform this procedure. In addition, my protocol is now a standard at Providence systems for proning patients while on a ventilator for the respiratory therapist. I was nominated for the prestigious values action award in 2022 related to this protocol.
Certification
- NRP Certified
- PALS Certified
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Providence St. Peter Hospital
01.2013 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Advanced Lifeline Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Tacoma Community College