Gina Vaught
Summary
Dynamic System Director of Respiratory Therapy at Ephraim McDowell Health, skilled in clinical leadership, operational management, employee development, and customer service. Successfully implemented evidence-based practices, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction. Championed regulatory compliance and fostered team collaboration, resulting in improved care delivery and a culture of accountability. Dedicated to mentoring staff for professional growth.
Experienced with systems management, process optimization, and strategic planning. Utilizes effective communication and leadership to drive organizational success and foster team collaboration. Track record of implementing innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency and achieve desired results.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
System Director- Respiratory Services
Ephraim McDowell Health
02.2003 - Current
- 2003-2006 Critical Care Nurse.
- 2006-Present Manager, Director, and System Director of Respiratory Services. Also served as interim cath lab manager and durable medical equipment director.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, including physicians, patients, families, and care providers to improve care delivery processes.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and guidelines.
- Navigated complex organizational change effectively through consistent communication with staff members regarding expectations during times of transition.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing strict adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Championed patient safety initiatives by implementing policies and procedures designed to minimize errors and promote a culture of accountability among staff.
- Managed budgets, labor costs, and supply inventories to ensure optimal departmental efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment by championing diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, patient-centered care strategies.
- Developed a collaborative work environment for team by promoting open communication and effective conflict resolution, interdisciplinary collaboration and processes to improve and optimize patient outcomes and care processes.
- Contributed to strategic planning efforts by providing expert insight into current industry trends, technologies, challenges faced by healthcare providers.
- Mentored and coached staff, resulting in increased professional growth and skill development.
- Ensured compliance across all regulatory bodies related licensure requirements allowing department maintain up-to-date standing within state/local mandates.
Respiratory Therapist and Registered Nurse
Berea Hospital
09.1993 - 01.2002
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team and code team.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians and other team members by providing timely communication regarding patient progress and updates on therapy effectiveness.
Education
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY01-2024
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL01-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01-2000
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient care strategies
- Budget management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Patient safety initiatives
- Quality improvement
- Strategic planning
- Staff mentoring
- Change management
- Effective communication
- Organizational development
Certification
- RN- Registered Nurse
- CRT- Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS, ACLS, PALS & NALS Provider
- BLS, ACLS, PALS Instructor
- AARC Spirometry Certification
Affiliations
- NBRC- National Board of Respiratory Care (1994-present)
- AARC- American Association of Respiratory Care (2006-present)
- KBRC- Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care (2006-present)
- AACN- American Association of Critical Nursing (2004-)
- ANA- American Nursing Association (2016-present)
- Public Speaker for American Lung Association and Southern Kentucky Area Health Education Center
Style and Strengths
Communication Style- Promoter
Leadership Style- Transformational
Strength Finder 2.0-
Emotional Intelligence 2.0-
Timeline
System Director- Respiratory Services
Ephraim McDowell Health
02.2003 - Current
Respiratory Therapist and Registered Nurse
Berea Hospital
09.1993 - 01.2002
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Campbellsville University
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Benedictine University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
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