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Kimberly Shealey

Tuttle

Summary

Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Duncan Regional Hospital, excelling in arterial blood gas analysis and airway management. Proven track record in optimizing ventilation strategies, mentoring staff, and enhancing patient outcomes through innovative non-invasive techniques. Committed to ethical practice and continuous professional development in respiratory care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Duncan Regional Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
  • 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.
  • Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
  • Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
  • Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Grady Memorial Hospital
10.2020 - 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 and students, 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.
  • Provided critical and non-critical care to patients with a variety of respiratory illnesses.
  • Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

SSM St. Anthony
05.2018 - 10.2020
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of all procedures performed, contributing to efficient billing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK
05-2018

Mustang High School
Mustang, OK
05-1992

Skills

  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Airway management
  • Non-invasive ventilation
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • Bronchial hygiene
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Respiratory equipment setup
  • Respiratory medication administration
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Patient education
  • Electronic medical records
  • Patient care documentation

Certification

  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • ACLS
  • BLS

Timeline

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Duncan Regional Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Grady Memorial Hospital
10.2020 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

SSM St. Anthony
05.2018 - 10.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Oklahoma City Community College

Mustang High School

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