Xiangyu Wu

California respiratory care practitioner with acute care experience since 2024, including two years at Northridge Hospital Medical Center. Skilled in critical care, ventilator management, and emergency response. Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Northridge Hospital Medical Center - Northridge, CA

(2024-08 - 2026-09)

• Provided respiratory care in ICU, emergency, step-down/DOU, pulmonary rehabilitation, telemetry, and medical-surgical units.
• Analyzed ABG results and adjusted ventilator settings based on acid-base status, oxygenation, ventilation, and patient response, following orders and protocols.
• Assisted with intubations and extubations; conducted weaning assessments and spontaneous breathing trials.
• Managed BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula therapy; assessed work of breathing, oxygenation, and tolerance, and troubleshot alarms and leaks.
• Obtained arterial blood gas samples and communicated results to guide respiratory support.
• Performed 12-lead electrocardiograms (EKGs).
• Provided postoperative incentive spirometry instruction and performed peak flow testing for patients with asthma.
• Performed tracheostomy care and suctioning; responded to Code Blue and rapid response events and supported patient transport.
• Collaborated with the care team and documented assessments and treatments in Cerner.

Respiratory Care Practitioner - American Staffing Registry (Los Angeles County Hospital Medical Center) - Los Angeles County, CA

(2024-08)

• Delivered ICU respiratory care at Los Angeles County Medical Center, including ventilator management, weaning, and airway support.
• Provided BiPAP, home-device support, and high-flow oxygen therapy for telemetry patients at Northridge Hospital Medical Center.

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy - Mt. San Antonio College (2024-06)

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - California State University, Los Angeles (2016-06)