Tosha Shemo
Sandy Ridge,NC
Summary
Dynamic Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Novant Kernersville Medical Center, skilled in airway management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and strong clinical judgment. Committed to delivering compassionate care while ensuring adherence to respiratory protocols in critical settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Kernersville Medical Center
Kernersville, NC
01.2022 - Current
- Administered and oversaw respiratory therapy treatments, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Assisted in patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted therapies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care strategies and equipment use.
- Oversaw management of life-saving equipment in critical care settings.
Respiratory Therapist
Life Brite of Stokes
Danbury, NC
01.2017 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
Winston-Salem, NC
05.2012 - 01.2022
- Executed respiratory therapy treatments in strict adherence to established protocols.
- Facilitated patient and family education on respiratory care strategies and equipment utilization.
- Facilitated collaboration with healthcare teams to design and implement comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on respiratory equipment operation and safety protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
Winston-Salem, NC
04.2004 - 05.2012
- Provided compassionate patient care by assisting with daily living activities and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks in fast-paced environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Rockingham Community College
Wentworth, NC05.2012
Skills
- Airway management
- Tracheostomy care
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Patient education
- Respiratory care protocols
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Bronchial hygiene techniques
- Professional bedside manner
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Patient care documentation
- Equipment setup
- Caring bedside manner
- Medical record documentation
- Treatment administration
- Physical assessments
- End-of-life care
- Emergency medical care
- Patient care
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team collaboration
- Infection control
- Intubation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Neonatal intensive care
- Ventilator management
- First aid and CPR
- Pulmonary function screenings
- Pulmonary function testing
- Oxygen therapy
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Pulse oximetry
- Multitasking Abilities
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care specialist
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
- Registered respiratory therapist - neonatal/pediatric specialist (RRT-nPS)
- ACLS certified
- Placement of arterial lines and management
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Kernersville Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Life Brite of Stokes
01.2017 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
05.2012 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
04.2004 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Rockingham Community College