Visionary leader eager to contribute 15+ years of experience to a rewarding executive level role within a progressive healthcare organization.

         Consistently recognized for the ability to build high-performance teams devoted to delivering highest quality of patient care.

         Skilled in streamlining process improvement initiatives to significantly reduce expenses and optimize use of available resources; succeeded in increasing revenues by 18% for Norco Medical.

         Expert level experience devising strategic plans maintain utmost quality control and ensure strict regulatory compliance; possesses an in-depth understanding of JCAHO standards.

         Dynamic interpersonal skills, instrumental to fostering a positive environment, cultivating positive relationships and enhancing overall patient care.

         Demonstrated ability to excel within positions possessing increasing levels of responsibility; strong clinical experience encompassing respiratory therapy, intensive care, cardiac care, ER and neonatal/pediatric care.

Sonora Regional Medical Center, Sonora, CA 2007-Present

Department Director

         Fulfill critical leadership position directing daily operations across Cardiopulmonary Department.

         Demonstrate exemplary management and organizational abilities; focus primarily on budget administration, cost control and development of policies / procedures.

         Leverage strong leadership skills to build high-performance teams responsible for providing cardiopulmonary, respiratory therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation and electrocardiogram lab services.

         Streamline existing operations to significantly increase efficiency and drive overall performance.

Brightwood Collage, Salida, CA 2009-Present

Instructor, Respiratory Therapy Program

         Leverage expert level knowledge to promote student growth and development; implement use of various learning strategies to create highly engaging lessons.

         Appropriately assess students and devise individualized learning plans to fulfill needs; closely monitor student progress and tweak action plans as needed.

Providence Hospital, Everett, WA 2004-2007

Shift Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy Department

         Assumed key leadership position responsible for directing operations of respiratory therapy team within a premier medical center.

         Conducted in-depth training to significantly boost team performance resulting in elevated levels of patient care.

         Leveraged strong medical knowledge to appropriately assess and prioritize emergency, cardiac and intensive care patients.

         Collaborated extensively with multi-disciplinary team to devise strategic care plans and ensure utmost compliance to all hospital regulations.

Deer Park Hospital, Deer Park, WA 2001-2004

Staff Respiratory Therapist

         Exemplified a strong attention to detail while providing top-notch care to patients; responsible for monitoring oxygen, pH and carbon dioxide levels for vent patients.

         Properly assessed patients and created individualized treatment plans to fulfill needs.

         Utilized strong leadership skills to conduct in-depth training for newly hired team members to promote increased quality of patient care.

         Leveraged exemplary interpersonal skills to educate patients and families on treatment and prevention methods; succeeded in simplifying complex concepts.

Lincare Inc., Spokane, WA 1997-2001

Area Manager

         Assumed critical leadership position responsible for overseeing daily sales and marketing activities of 10+ team members within a leading provider of home respiratory care / medical equipment.

         Implemented innovative process improvement strategies, resulting in an 11% growth in sales revenue.

         Leveraged top-notch organizational abilities to improve workflow, ensure seamless delivery of services and optimize use of available resources.

Executive Juris Doctor (EJD), Concord Law School

Master of Healthcare Administration, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy / Management, Boise State University, Boise, Idaho

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP)

Instructor for ACLS, PAL, BLS and NRP certifications

Regional Faculty ACLS, PALS, BLS

National Board of Respiratory Care

American Association of Respiratory Care

Healthcare Compliance Association

American Academy of Medical Administrators

American College of Cardiovascular Administrators

Advanced Vascular Access