Overview
Work History
Education
Timeline
Generic
Jaimson Thankachan

Jaimson Thankachan

Wellington, FL,FL

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Respiratory Therapy

Kindred Hospital Palm Beaches
Riviera Beach, FL
03.2019 - 09.2024
  • Managed the recruitment, selection and training of respiratory therapists.
  • Developed policies and procedures related to respiratory therapy services.
  • Reviewed medical records for appropriateness of care provided by respiratory therapists.
  • Monitored quality assurance activities in the respiratory therapy department.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the department of Respiratory Therapy.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for Respiratory Therapy personnel based on established criteria.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary committees to develop protocols and guidelines related to respiratory therapy services.
  • Maintained current knowledge regarding trends and developments in the field of Respiratory Therapy.
  • Evaluated new technology available in order to make recommendations about its use within the department.
  • Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.

Cardiopulmonary Dept. Coordinator

Palms west hospital
Loxahatchee Groves, FL
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • Planned and coordinated department events, meetings, and activities.
  • Coordinated communication between departments to ensure smooth workflow process.
  • Provided supervision to Respiratory Therapy staff, including scheduling and evaluating performance.
  • Trained new employees on proper respiratory therapy techniques.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan treatment plans for patients.

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

JFK Medical Center Main
Atlantis, FL
03.2016 - 09.2018
  • Provided supervision to Respiratory Therapy staff, including scheduling and evaluating performance.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan treatment plans for patients.
  • Performed daily rounds on patients receiving respiratory therapy services.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in the department.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

JFK Medical Center Main
Atlantis, FL
04.2010 - 03.2016
  • Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
  • Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
  • Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
  • Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

ATI Career Training Center - Miami
Miami, FL
11-2009

Timeline

Director of Respiratory Therapy

Kindred Hospital Palm Beaches
03.2019 - 09.2024

Cardiopulmonary Dept. Coordinator

Palms west hospital
09.2018 - 03.2019

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

JFK Medical Center Main
03.2016 - 09.2018

Registered Respiratory Therapist

JFK Medical Center Main
04.2010 - 03.2016

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

ATI Career Training Center - Miami

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Jaimson Thankachan