Serri Sessums
Paragould,AR
Summary
Proven expertise in airway management and patient education, honed at St Bernard Regional Medical Center. Demonstrated success in enhancing ventilation efficacy through meticulous blood gas analysis and innovative oxygenation strategies. Excelled in mentoring staff and optimizing patient outcomes, showcasing exceptional problem-solving skills and a commitment to professional development in respiratory therapy. Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Bernard Regional Medical Center
Jonesboro, AR
06.2007 - 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.
- 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.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Performed airway clearance therapies effectively reducing complications related to mucus buildup within the lungs.
- Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure clear communication of treatment plans.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators.
Education
Registry - Respiratory
West Kentucky College
Paducah, KY12.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, AR12.2003
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway Management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Bronchial Hygiene
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Respiratory Medication Administration
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Patient Education
- Electronic Medical Records
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support
- CPR/AED
- Emergency Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Care
- Intubation
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Bernard Regional Medical Center
06.2007 - Current
Registry - Respiratory
West Kentucky College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory
Black River Technical College