Respiratory Therapist II
Harborview Medical Center · Seattle, WA
Mar, 2021 · Present
• Manage invasive and non-invasive ventilation for 8–12 critically ill patients per shift in medical/surgical ICU
• Perform arterial blood gas draws/analysis and titrate FiO2/PEEP per protocol; reduce unplanned extubations by supporting RT-led weaning rounds
• Lead rapid-response airway support; mentor two new-grad therapists on ventilator graphics and high-flow oxygen
• Document treatments in Epic; coordinate with intensivists, nurses, and PT on early mobility plans
Respiratory Therapist
Swedish Medical Center – First Hill · Seattle, WA
Jun, 2018 · Feb, 2021
• Delivered aerosol, chest physiotherapy, and BiPAP/CPAP for progressive care and ED overflow
• Supported COVID surge units with prone positioning protocols and circuit management
• Educated patients/families on home oxygen and nebulizer safety before discharge
Respiratory Therapy Intern / New Grad RT
Virginia Mason Medical Center · Seattle, WA
Jan, 2017 · May, 2018
• Completed clinical rotations in ICU, NICU, and pulmonary rehab under preceptor supervision
• Assisted with PFTs, sputum induction, and trach care; maintained equipment readiness checks