Deborah Swenney
Harriman,TN
Summary
Healthcare leader with a focus on customer service and compliance. Experienced in navigating departmental changes while minimizing turnover. Ready to leverage expertise in time management and decision-making to drive impactful improvements.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiopulmonary/Sleep Manager
Covenant Health Roane
Harriman, TN
03.2019 - Current
- Led and maintained a Cardiopulmonary department through two emr changes and covid with minimal turnover
- Managed a sleep lab and took over a sleep clinic
- Became an accredited sleep center and grew from three nights a week to 6 nights a week
Respiratory Therapy/Sleep Lab Supervisor
Covenant Health Roane
Harriman, TN
10.2013 - 03.2019
- Supervised daily operations of Cardiopulmonary and Sleep departments, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and patient care quality.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth among team members.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Harriman Hospital/Covenant Health Roane
Harriman, TN
05.2010 - 10.2013
- Supervised respiratory therapy team, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing patient wait times and increasing therapy efficiency.
Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Medical Center
Oak Ridge, TN
05.1995 - 04.1999
- Worked prn at MMC and Harriman Hospital until accepted a fulltime position at Harriman Hospital
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
King University
Knoxville, TN08-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-1995
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
Timeline
Cardiopulmonary/Sleep Manager
Covenant Health Roane
03.2019 - Current
Respiratory Therapy/Sleep Lab Supervisor
Covenant Health Roane
10.2013 - 03.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Harriman Hospital/Covenant Health Roane
05.2010 - 10.2013
Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Medical Center
05.1995 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
King University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Roane State Community College