Shawna Larrabee
Pembroke
Summary
Professional respiratory care provider with comprehensive experience in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and critical care. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in mechanical ventilation, airway management, and emergency response. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards of respiratory care in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
11.2016 - 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.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hudson Staffing (Contract With Jennie Stuart)
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive respiratory care plans and interventions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05-2013
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- Bronchial hygiene
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hudson Staffing (Contract With Jennie Stuart)
01.2020 - 11.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
11.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Madisonville Community College
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