Johanna Shelton
Pittsville,VA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Centra, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective treatment administration and strong clinical judgment. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans, ensuring optimal respiratory health for diverse patient populations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Centra
06.2013 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient progress and vital signs, adjusting treatments as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and conditions.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage for improved self-care.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sovah Health - Danville
01.2002 - 06.2013
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments using ventilators and nebulizers to optimize patient care.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments based on clinical assessments and physician recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, equipment usage, and home care strategies for chronic conditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA06.2002
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Equipment setup
- Patient care documentation
- Caring bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Treatment administration
- Emergency medical care
- Intubation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric respiratory care
Certification
ACLS
PALS
BLS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Centra
06.2013 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sovah Health - Danville
01.2002 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Central Virginia Community College