Shavonda Leslie
SOUTHAVEN,Mississippi
Summary
Compassionate Respiratory Therapist known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in mechanical ventilation management, airway clearance techniques, and patient assessment. Excel in critical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and successful collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Memphis Jewish Home And Rehabilitation Center
Memphis, TN
07.2024 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
North Sunflower Medical Center
Ruleville, MS
06.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction on proper use of home medical equipment including oxygen therapy delivery systems, CPAP and BiPAP devices, tracheostomy care and suctioning.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding hazardous materials handling and infection control guidelines.
- Conducted research projects related to respiratory therapy practices and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate optimal patient care plans for long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions.
- Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced life support techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided using electronic health record software programs.
- Maintained detailed records of patient treatment plans and progress notes.
- Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition promptly to physician.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
Greenwood, MS
10.2021 - 02.2024
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency within the department such as streamlining order entry processes or developing new policies and procedures.
- Provided instruction on proper use of home medical equipment including oxygen therapy delivery systems, CPAP and BiPAP devices, tracheostomy care and suctioning.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding hazardous materials handling and infection control guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate optimal patient care plans for long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions.
- Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced life support techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained detailed records of patient treatment plans and progress notes.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
South Sunflower County Hospital
Indianola , MS
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition promptly to physician.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation to improve respiratory health.
- Evaluated effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by assessing changes in patient symptoms and vital signs.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Houston Methodist Willowbrook
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
UMMC
Jackson, MS
11.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
A&a Home Health Services
Greenville, MS
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency within the department such as streamlining order entry processes or developing new policies and procedures.
- Provided instruction on proper use of home medical equipment including oxygen therapy delivery systems, CPAP and BiPAP devices, tracheostomy care and suctioning.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding hazardous materials handling and infection control guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate optimal patient care plans for long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions.
- Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Delta Regional Medical Center
Greenville, MS
05.2009 - 04.2010
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Coahoma Community College
Clarksdale, MS05-2009
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Drug administration trained
- Infection Control
- Patient care documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Equipment Setup
- Treatment Administration
- Emergency medical care
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Memphis Jewish Home And Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
North Sunflower Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Certified Respiratory Therapist
UMMC
11.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2024
Certified Respiratory Therapist
South Sunflower County Hospital
07.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
A&a Home Health Services
07.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Houston Methodist Willowbrook
01.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Delta Regional Medical Center
05.2009 - 04.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Coahoma Community College
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