ROMA SITTA
San Diego
Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NICU experience, NRP certification, and expertise in mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, pulmonary secretion clearance, and neonatal resuscitation. Bachelor’s in Business/Healthcare Administration with strong interest in clinical operations, quality improvement, and process optimization. Skilled in simulation-based training, lab coordination, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Instructor, Respiratory Therapy Program
Grossmont College
06.2017 - 03.2023
- Developed and led neonatal and pediatric respiratory care curriculum integrating current clinical protocols and patient safety standards.
- Directed simulation-based training and coordinated high-fidelity lab operations for student competency development.
- Mentored and evaluated students during advanced clinical rotations, fostering professional readiness for NICU and critical care settings.
- Partnered with faculty and hospital affiliates to maintain CoARC accreditation compliance and continuous program improvement.
- Provide strategic input as an Advisory Board Member to strengthen alignment between the college’s Respiratory Therapy program and the competencies required by local hospitals and clinical partners.
Registered Respiratory Therapist – Neonatal & Pediatric Care
Mercy Hospital San Diego
03.2009 - 03.2023
- Delivered advanced respiratory support for neonates in a Level III NICU, including invasive and noninvasive ventilation, surfactant administration, and secretion clearance.
- Participated in neonatal resuscitations and high-risk deliveries, providing immediate airway and ventilatory support.
- Served as a preceptor for respiratory therapy students and new graduates, emphasizing protocol adherence and safe clinical practice.
- Collaborate with neonatologists and NICU staff to implement individualized respiratory care plans for premature and critically ill infants.
- Conduct advanced pulmonary assessments and interventions, including suctioning, surfactant administration, and noninvasive ventilation, ensuring adherence to NICU protocols.
Lab Coordinator, Allied Health
Grossmont Community College
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinate and conduct neonatal simulation labs using high-fidelity manikins, providing hands-on training for respiratory and NICU procedures.
- Organize and facilitate Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) classes for second-year RT students, including scheduling, setup, and skills instruction.
- Manage procurement, inventory, and setup of NICU equipment, including Panda warmers, incubators, and respiratory devices, ensuring readiness for clinical education.
- Develop and implement training scenarios aligned with NICU protocols, emphasizing critical skills such as neonatal resuscitation, airway management, and ventilatory support.
- Collaborate with faculty and clinical partners to ensure lab simulations reflect current hospital practices, preparing students for real-world NICU environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Healthcare Administration Emphasis)
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2025
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CASkills
- Neonatal mechanical ventilation (invasive & noninvasive)
- Oxygen therapy & pulmonary secretion clearance
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) & high-risk delivery support
- Intubation assistance & lung inflation maneuvers
- Bronchodilator & specialized respiratory therapy
- Blood gas analysis & therapy adjustment
- Respiratory equipment assembly, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- NICU patient monitoring & diagnostic techniques
- Neonatal transport & multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Clinical protocol adherence & patient safety
- Program Coordination & Quality Improvement
Accomplishments
- Conducted site surveys identifying gaps in NRP training; implemented updated simulation resources including Panda warmer and Neo-Tee, aligning with current NRP standards to enhance student readiness for real-world NICU care.
- Coordinated and facilitated high-fidelity neonatal simulation labs, improving competency in mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and neonatal resuscitation for RT students.
- Streamlined lab operations and equipment management, ensuring timely access to essential neonatal devices and optimizing learning efficiency.
- Developed and implemented training scenarios reflecting current NICU protocols, bridging the gap between academic preparation and hospital expectations.
- Collaborated with faculty and clinical partners to integrate quality improvement and patient safety principles into neonatal training, fostering adherence to best practices and clinical outcomes.
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NBRC
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) – California State License
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) – Current
- Advanced Life Support (BART) – Within 6 months of hire
- Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) – [In progress]
Timeline
Lab Coordinator, Allied Health
Grossmont Community College
03.2023 - Current
Adjunct Instructor, Respiratory Therapy Program
Grossmont College
06.2017 - 03.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist – Neonatal & Pediatric Care
Mercy Hospital San Diego
03.2009 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Healthcare Administration Emphasis)
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Grossmont College