Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Medical Person of the Year
Timeline
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Cori Almeida

Honolulu,HI

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in team leadership and customer service, honed at Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, while implementing cost-saving strategies, significantly reducing expenses. Skilled in decision-making and time management, driving business growth and team productivity through strategic planning and effective communication.

Dedicated Respiratory Therapist with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Respiratory Care Services

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Supervisor, Respiratory Care Services

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
12.2020 - 03.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, significantly reducing operational expenses.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Lead Respiratory Therapist

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
08.2009 - 12.2020

Coordinated the schedule and vacation for staff

Transport patients to and from procedures

Proficient in EPIC, Rapidcomm, and QML

Assist with staff evaluations and interviews

Chart audits and hand hygiene observations

  • Optimized ventilator management strategies, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during mechanical ventilation.
  • Facilitated effective communication between interdisciplinary team members, promoting collaborative decision-making processes in patient care planning.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting routine audits of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge in the field by attending professional development events and participating in industry associations.
  • Mentored junior therapists, fostering professional growth and development within the team.

Respiratory Therapist

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
07.2006 - 08.2009
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
  • Ensured patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs during therapeutic interventions.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI
06-2006

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Operations management
  • Financial management
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

BLS Certified

Medical Person of the Year

Vocational service award from the Rotary club on March 2023

Timeline

Manager, Respiratory Care Services

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
03.2023 - Current

Supervisor, Respiratory Care Services

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
12.2020 - 03.2023

Lead Respiratory Therapist

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
08.2009 - 12.2020

Respiratory Therapist

Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children
07.2006 - 08.2009

BLS Certified

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Kapiolani Community College
Cori Almeida