KENNY LY
UCI Medical Center
Garden Grove
1
Language
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Demonstrates strong ability to work collaboratively within medical teams, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic testing, and therapeutic treatments. Adaptable and reliable in responding to patient needs and challenges.
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
2 Years 1 Month- Assessed patients' respiratory status and adjusted treatment plans for ventilator, BiPAP, and nebulizer therapy.
- Initiated airway management support during emergencies, coordinating closely with nursing and physician teams.
- Educated patients and families on inhaler use, oxygen safety, and home respiratory care routines.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Patient Escort/Transport
5 Years- Delivered exceptional customer service to patients and visitors upon arrival at emergency room, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Transported admitted patients from emergency department to designated areas, facilitating timely care transitions.
- Assisted nursing staff with various clerical tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Followed all HIPAA guidelines while discussing or handling sensitive patient information during transport activities.
- Performed cleaning and setup of hospital equipment to maintain hygiene and readiness for use.
- Provided support to nursing assistants and nurses by preparing and assisting with EKG procedures.
- Clean and set up various hospital equipment.
Patient Care Coordinator
2 Months- Coordinated incoming patient transfers to KPC Health facilities.
- Facilitated M.D. to M.D. discussions, enhancing communication between physicians regarding patient care.
- Streamlined communication between transferring facility, physicians, and bed management to expedite patient transfers.
- Accurately entered and maintained transfer center database.
Respiratory Therapy Student
1 Month- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Supported respiratory therapists in delivering comprehensive patient care and treatment plans.
- Set up and operated respiratory therapy equipment, including ventilators, CPAP machines, and oxygen delivery devices.
- Conducted arterial blood gas ABG sampling and analysis to determine patients oxygen levels and acid-base balance status.
- Documented patient information, therapies administered, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.
Education
Associates of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Bachelors of Science - Biological Chemistry
Skills
Transport safety
Airway support
Arterial blood gas analysis
Tracheostomy care
Respiratory equipment operation
Critical care support
Medical terminology
Ventilator management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
LANGUAGES
Vietnamese - Conversational
Timeline
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