Shymaa Shettia
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Results-driven Respiratory Therapist with expertise in mechanical ventilation management, intubation, and emergency response. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Sarasota, FL
02.2025 - Current
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff and patients on the safe use of supplemental oxygen, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by effectively administering respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Coordinated with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to address psychosocial factors impacting respiratory health.
Respiratory Therapist
PAM Specialty Hospital
Sarasota, FL
03.2022 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments to patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health management and equipment usage.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, tracheostomy placement.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
- Coordinated with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to address psychosocial factors impacting respiratory health.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to assess lung capacity, contributing to accurate and timely treatment adjustments.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
Respiratory Therapist
Highlands Regional Medical Center
Sebring, FL
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Optimized airway management by skillfully performing endotracheal intubations under challenging circumstances.
- 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.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Aided physicians with various procedures ventilator management, and intubations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.
- Streamlined clinical processes through the implementation of efficient protocols for respiratory care procedures.
- Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Kept abreast of industry advancements by attending continuing education courses, maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility to minimize risks associated with airborne pathogens.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring access to latest therapeutic options and support services.
- Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Conducted tests such as EKGs and drainages.
- Treated patients after conducting assessments and laboratory testing.
- Mentored new hires and students in respiratory therapy best practices, contributing to a high-quality work environment.
Education
Associate of Science - RESPIRATORY
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL08-2018
Skills
- A-lines
- Intubation
- tracheostomy changes
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Registered respiratory therapist
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
PAM Specialty Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Highlands Regional Medical Center
10.2020 - 02.2022
Associate of Science - RESPIRATORY
Seminole State College of Florida