Georgia Leontoudis

• Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring high-risk patients and providing necessary interventions as needed.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and clear communication skills, fostering trust in treatment plans.
• Coordinated services between medical teams to provide seamless care transitions for patients requiring ongoing respiratory support at home post hospitalization.
• Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.

• Spent time at multiple facilities to gain experience and adapt to new policies and procedures in the times of change post Covid-19.
• Monitored clinical outcomes and system issues related to quality of care to identify trends and to develop strategies to meet the desired results.
• Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
• Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
• Sanford Hospital, Sioux Falls, SD: 540 bed, Level 1 trauma center
• Clear Lake Regional Medical Center, Webster, TX: Level 3 NICU, Level 1 trauma center
• Lawrence and Memorial, New London, CT: 300 bed, Level 1 trauma center
• Methodist Children's Hospital, San Antonio, TX: Level 3 NICU, PICU

Assisted in maintaining policies and procedures related to patient care documentation with the RT department.

• Evaluated the effectiveness of the department programs, provided feedback and offered suggestions for improvement.
• Worked directly with physicians and management to develop and implement respiratory therapist driven protocols.
• Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.

• Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
• Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
• Developed and maintained automated alert systems for important deadlines.
• Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
• Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.