Danna C. LaBarre MBA, RRT
Sanford,FL
Summary
Upbeat and flexible Regulatory Consultant for 2+ years including 16+ years of previous experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in multiple critical care hospital settings. Driven and results-focused professional looking to work closely with leadership to implement educational programs for growth. Spanish/English speaking professional.
Well versed in all facets of basic patient care, including assessments, treatment and health education. Knowledgeable of aseptic techniques, infection control protocols, and CDC isolation guidelines. Experience in monitoring for processes to meet changing demands, increase efficiency and boost productivity. Regulatory Affairs consultant with background delivering support for hospital and outpatient hospital based sites. Collect and analyze data, to identify areas of improvement. Adept at managing regulatory documents from start to finish, including assessing audits, evaluating technical data and checking information accuracy. Well-spoken and friendly with top-notch abilities in information verification, report preparation and records management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Regulatory Consultant
Orlando Health
Orlando , FL
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinates external body regulatory/accreditation surveys for the organization. Communicates directly with The Joint Commission (TJC) account executive or Standards Interpretation Group for clarification of standards or requirements.
- Responsible for completion of components of The Joint Commission application for submission of required data and documentation.
- Ensures accuracy of all data submitted to regulatory or accreditation organizations.
- Performs mock surveys to evaluate compliance with The Joint Commission/CMS standards and requirements. Trains additional identified team members to perform focused mock surveys using specific tracer tools.
- Develops tracer tools or other specific focus tools for use in mock survey process or evaluation of compliance with specific regulatory/accreditation/ certification requirements.
- Provides oversight for Orlando Health Patient Care Policies and Procedures and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals.
- Educates organization leadership and medical staff on changes to accreditation /regulatory requirements.
- Provides regulatory guidance and support to medical staff and operations leaders /councils pursuing specific TJC certifications.
- Coordinates application submission, site survey and follow up actions.
- Actively performs audits to evaluate compliance on regulatory requirements. Directs development and implementation of action plans to address non-compliance.
- In conjunction with site leadership, actively facilitates site Regulatory Council to support ongoing TJC readiness and sustainability.
- Assists internal customers with performance improvement initiatives which support the Strategic Goals of Orlando Health.
- Directs improving compliance with and understanding of all healthcare regulations and standards.
- Mentors and provides guidance for the development of educational opportunities for the organization relative to standards and accreditation regulations.
- Works with Orlando Health’s leaders to communicate mock and actual survey findings and directs the completion of corrective action plans to address deficiencies.
- Directs development and maintenance of unit based medical record review data base. Analyzes data, interprets results. Facilitates development of action plans with nursing unit leaders to address areas of non-compliance.
- Develops and maintains effective working relationship with the medical and operations staff.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL
06.2006 - 03.2022
- Adhered to all standards of excellence established for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Delivered services in compliance with the guidelines established by the [HIPAA, JCAHO,Orlando Health guidelines ].
- Identified the need for medical intervention by determining patient safety risks.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintenance of airways.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with use of [blood gases, vitals etc..] treatment methods and Mechanical Ventilators including respiratory equipment that delivers medications.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Helped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, injections and suture removal.
- Assisted physicians with therapeutic bronchoscopies, Trach procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.
- Delivered comprehensive clinical instruction to students on subjects such as medication delivery and how to assess a patient, Ventilator management, blood gas interpretations and how to work as a team with the different medical staff.
- Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within the cardiopulmonary system.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
- Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
- Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff.
- Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals.
- Monitored patients with acute conditions.
- Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
- Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
- Tracked and escalated compliance, care and quality issues.
- Performed lab tests and communicated results.
- Assisted in welcoming new team members through orientation.
- In charge of monitoring team members to ensure good hand hygiene quality following protocols for patient safety.
- Member of the AARC/FSRC.
- Evaluated patients with deficiencies and abnormalities within cardiopulmonary system and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Aided in the opening of the Lake Mary Free Standing Emergency Room
- Created and implemented resource book to educate paramedic students in training.
- Partnered with Supervisor to maintain blood gas laboratory equipment up to specifications and standards.
Assistant Store Manager
Cache Boutique
Sanford , FL
08.2000 - 07.2001
- Processed credit and debit card payments and returned the proper change for cash purchases.
- Managed housekeeping and inventory procedures for the store in a timely manner.
- Motivated and inspired employees to achieve high performance.
- Assisted in the overall day-to-day operations of the store including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
- Ensured proper organization of store, responded to customer complaints and answered questions quickly.
- Addressed customer issues to ensure swift and successful resolution.
- Replenished merchandise, welcomed customers, responded to questions and maintained overall presentation of store.
- Demonstrated company core values as role model, with a focus on respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL2002
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL2006
MBA -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08.2021
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Policy Analysis
- Documentation Review
- Information Verification
- Data Verification
- Regulatory Submissions
- Forms Management
- Environmental Monitoring
- Legal Research
- Inspections
- Risk Management
- Audits
Timeline
Regulatory Consultant
Orlando Health
03.2022 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Orlando Health
06.2006 - 03.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Cache Boutique
08.2000 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Central Florida
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Seminole State College of Florida
MBA -
University of Central Florida