Shelby Russell, BSRT-CPFT
Tupelo,MS
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist with 3.5 years of experience, in addition to 2 years in clinical settings for both inpatient and outpatient care. Holds National Board certification in pulmonary function testing, demonstrating expertise in respiratory diagnostics. Skilled in managing chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD and sleep apnea. Experienced in training patients and caregivers on the effective use of respiratory equipment and safety protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Service Representative
ZOLL Medical Corporation
Tupelo, Mississippi
04.2025 - Current
- Educated clients on product features and usage guidelines.
- Processed orders and managed customer accounts efficiently.
- Assisted customers with inquiries about medical products and services.
- Provided training and support to new public service representatives.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management.
- Facilitated product demonstrations for clients to enhance understanding.
- Participated in training sessions to remain current on company policy changes.
- Created detailed documentation for each interaction with customers for future reference.
- Coordinated with internal teams to resolve customer issues promptly.
- Performed follow-up activities to address client needs and maintain service standards.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
NMMC
West Point, MS
05.2022 - Current
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure devices.
- Participated in adult and newborn resuscitation and applied emergency interventions to restore respiratory functions.
- Assisted physicians and performed intubations, ventilator management and bronchoscopies.
- Collaborated with medical staff to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
Immunizing Pharmacy Technician
Walmart Pharmacy
Fulton, MS
12.2015 - 06.2023
- Coordinated public relations activities to ensure positive brand awareness in local markets.
- Designed promotional materials such as brochures, flyers and signage.
- Created content for digital campaigns, including website copy, email newsletters, press releases, blogs, social media posts and advertisements.
- Identified potential markets and market segments with desired customers and gaps for optimum product demand.
- Analyzed sales data to understand product performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Efficiently responded to voicemails from healthcare providers and customers.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners.
- Evaluated patient responses after receiving the Influenza Vaccine through follow-up phone calls or emails.
- Administered influenza/ Extended vaccines according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Facilitated and developed lasting relationships with clients to increase client retention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS05-2022
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS05.2014
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Medical equipment management
- Outpatient care
- Pulmonary function testing
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory medication administration
- EMR management
- Infection control
- Airway management
- Care plan management
- Patient and caregiver education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Bronchodilator therapy
- Oxygen administration
- Quality control analysis
- Cardiac rhythm analysis
- Diagnostic procedures
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist
Timeline
Public Service Representative
ZOLL Medical Corporation
04.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
NMMC
05.2022 - Current
Immunizing Pharmacy Technician
Walmart Pharmacy
12.2015 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Itawamba Community College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Itawamba Community College
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Jacksonville State University