Sheunna Pitts
Cordova
Summary
Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience , adept in arterial blood gas analysis and airway management. Proven track record in optimizing ventilation strategies and mentoring staff, enhancing patient outcomes during critical care situations. Committed to delivering exceptional patient education and support in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Francis HealthCare
02.2025 - Current
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Germantown Hospital
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
Unit Coordinator
Methodist Germantown Hospital
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
Education
Cardiopulmonary Care - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN04.2024
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Bronchial hygiene
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Endotracheal intubation
- Respiratory medication administration
- Patient education
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Francis HealthCare
02.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Germantown Hospital
08.2024 - 02.2025
Unit Coordinator
Methodist Germantown Hospital
03.2021 - 08.2024
Cardiopulmonary Care - Respiratory Therapy
Concorde Career College
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