Lyric Newby
Greenville
Summary
Respiratory Therapy graduate (May 2026) with one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist Assistant at Greenville Memorial Hospital. BLS and ACLS certified with strong clinical training and excellent academic performance. Known for strong patient communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm in fast-paced healthcare environments. Seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapist role.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Greenville Memorial Hospital
Greenville
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted respiratory therapists in administering treatments and therapies, ensuring optimal patient care and safety standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported abnormalities to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Prepared and maintained respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational readiness.
- Educated patients on the use of respiratory devices, enhancing their understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-specific respiratory care plans, improving overall outcomes.
- Conducted routine checks on oxygen delivery systems, ensuring functionality and reliability for patient use.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation, contributing to compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while performing duties.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Assisted in the setup and maintenance of mechanical ventilators for critically ill patients.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and nebulizer treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas analysis.
Education
Respiratory Therapy - Health Care
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, South Carolina, SC 08.2024 - 02.2026
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Medical intervention assessment
- Clinical communication
- Quality assurance documentation
- Patient safety
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Clinical judgment
- Attention to detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist Assistant
Greenville Memorial Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapy - Health Care
Greenville Technical College
08.2024 - 02.2026