Shea Hasting

Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Cullman Regional Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and mechanical ventilation. Proven ability to respond effectively in emergencies and maintain equipment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in administering respiratory medications and fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare teams to enhance patient care.

Registered Respiratory Therapist at Cullman Regional Hospital (2000-04 – Present)

• Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
• Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
• Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
• Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
• Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
• Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
• Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
• Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
• Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
• Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
• Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
• Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
• Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
• Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
• Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
• Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
• Administered medication and ventilatory support.
• Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
• Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.

Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy – Wallace State Community College (2000-05)