R. Lawson Millner, Jr
Lewisville
Summary
Detail oriented respiratory therapist with over 30 years of experience. Strong clinical skills including A-line, intubation, difficult airway, ventilator management, HFOV and inhaled pulmonary vasodilator therapy. Member of the AARC and SCCM. Active member of the NC State Society for Respiratory Care including current Chair of the Publications Committee.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Supervisor, BS, RCP, RRT-ACCS
Novant Heatlh Forsyth Medical Center
01.2008 - Current
- Oversees all aspects of respiratory care in the critical care environment including ventilator,NIV management, A-Lines, intubations and respiratory protocols
- Managed emergency situations efficiently, utilizing strong decision-making skills and expert knowledge of respiratory interventions.
- Facilitated training programs for staff development, ensuring continued competence in the field of respiratory care.
- Participated in hospital committees focused on improving policies, procedures, and overall quality of care within the organization.
- Trains and completes skill validations for all RCP's on Arterial lines insertions, intubations, advanced airway, APRV,, inhaled Veletri and assisting with bronchoscopies as well as all other required validations
- Writes and maintains policies and procedures for best practice
- Active participation in multidisciplinary process improvement / best practice committees
Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, RCP
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Responded quickly to urgent calls for respiratory assistance, providing life-saving interventions in critical situations.
- Responsible for daily assignments of team members
- Served as a liaison between team members and administration
Respiratory Therapist, RRT, RCP
Novant Heatlh Forsyth Medical Center
02.2002 - 01.2007
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Managed invasive and non-invasive ventilators using protocols, inserted arterial lines, performed intubations.
Clinical Instructor
Forsyth Technical Community College
08.2004 - 04.2006
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
RRT- RCP
Northern Hospital of Surry County
12.1999 - 06.2002
- Provided all aspects of respiratory therapy.
Area Manager / RRT
Vencor Hospital / Vencare
11.1996 - 12.1999
- Supervised over 20 employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts, determined salaries
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees
- Oversaw respiratory therapy in 29 nursing facilities.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
Durable Medical Equipment Coordinator
Vencor Hospital / Vencare
08.1996 - 11.1996
- Directed, installed, operated and maintained all durable medical equipment and metabolic carts, as well as electrical and performance checks.
Staff Therapist / Lead Therapist
Vencor Hospital / Vencare
08.1995 - 08.1996
- Provided all aspects of respiratory therapy in nursing centers, including orienting and training new employees
- Assisted Area Manager supervise all aspects of services in nursing centers.
Staff Therapist / Shift Coordinator
Danville Regional Medical Center
11.1993 - 10.1995
- Provided all aspects of respiratory therapy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Network Technology -
ECPI College of Technology
Virginia Beach, VANetworking & Information Technology -
ECPI College of Technology
Greensboro, NC10.2002
Respiratory Therapist -
California College for Health Sciences
San Diego, CA01.1997
Certificate in Respiratory Therapy -
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA01.1993
Skills
- Respiratory Care Protocols
- Airway & Ventilator Management
- Quality Improvement
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Staff Supervision
Professionalmemberships
- NC Society of Respiratory Care (NCSRC), Chair Publications Committee, 2008, Present, Chair PACT, 2010, Present, Board of Directors, 2010, Present
- Member Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM)
- Member American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)
Timeline
Respiratory Supervisor, BS, RCP, RRT-ACCS
Novant Heatlh Forsyth Medical Center
01.2008 - Current
Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, RCP
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2008
Clinical Instructor
Forsyth Technical Community College
08.2004 - 04.2006
Respiratory Therapist, RRT, RCP
Novant Heatlh Forsyth Medical Center
02.2002 - 01.2007
RRT- RCP
Northern Hospital of Surry County
12.1999 - 06.2002
Area Manager / RRT
Vencor Hospital / Vencare
11.1996 - 12.1999
Durable Medical Equipment Coordinator
Vencor Hospital / Vencare
08.1996 - 11.1996
Staff Therapist / Lead Therapist
Vencor Hospital / Vencare
08.1995 - 08.1996
Staff Therapist / Shift Coordinator
Danville Regional Medical Center
11.1993 - 10.1995
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Network Technology -
ECPI College of Technology
Networking & Information Technology -
ECPI College of Technology
Respiratory Therapist -
California College for Health Sciences
Certificate in Respiratory Therapy -
Central Virginia Community College
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