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Janet Vadakkan

Plano,Texas

Summary

Experienced and driven professional with exceptional interpersonal and critical thinking skills for effective communication and collaboration with diverse teams. Proactive approach and strong time management abilities result in consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations. Thrives in high-pressure environments, excelling at efficient task delegation for optimal outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Coordinator 1

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Review medical records, data abstraction into Armus, the clinical registry technology used by Baylor, run reports on Armus to be submitted to the National cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR)
  • Review, amend, rerun the reports and use the data collected from both Armus and NCDR to support and maintain best clinical practice guidelines and quality metrics
  • Assumed responsibility of submitting and validating data for THHBD
  • Run reports daily to capture PCI cases for the Cath PCI registry, validating that the case was a PCI, confirming that patient was discharged on registry required medications
  • Routinely run the GWTG: CAD daily reports for inclusion/exclusion criteria
  • Contacting providers for important information to be added or edited from patient charts and ensuring that changes are made within a reasonable amount of time
  • Assisted in preparing data-driven presentations for meetings
  • Contributed by recording attendance, minutes and also in the prep for POCMA, STEMI & AKI meetings
  • Working towards taking ownership of these meetings
  • Collaborated with the quality team both during the mock and real TJC surveys
  • Integral part of departments enrichment program ‘Retention Response Team’ (RRT)
  • Assumed charge along with another coworker to enhance our huddle process
  • Teamed up with Diversity Equity Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) team and contributed during various community and hospital events

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2023
  • Perform respiratory assessment and change or maintain treatments based on protocol
  • Provide quality care by teaching the patient and family about the treatment provided and the benefits of therapy
  • Worked as an integral member of the ‘First operating room case’ project by collaborating with various departments to identify issues that led to the delay in starting surgeries, addressed concerns from various departments, and resolved those concerns
  • Chairperson of the Respiratory supplies optimization project established to improve the supply and demand relationship between the cardiopulmonary department and the Supplies department in the hospital
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Mentored new employees both RT and RN, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.

ECMO Specialist

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
03.2019 - 12.2021
  • Perform hourly checks of patient hemodynamic status, ABG, monitor blood chemistry and blood transfusion as needed, monitor, and maintain circuit integrity
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of care for critically ill patients requiring ECMO support.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient readiness for weaning from ECMO support, optimizing recovery timelines.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on advancements in ECMO technology, implementing new techniques and protocols as appropriate.

Charge Respiratory Therapist

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Mentored and trained junior respiratory therapists, improving overall team performance and knowledge base.
  • Conduct audits to ensure compliance and quality
  • Conduct department huddles routinely
  • Work closely with all departments to ensure quality patient care
  • Ensure staffing requirements on a daily and weekly basis by calculating daily workload and making assignments
  • Track equipment needs and communicate requirements with vendors
  • Escalate pertinent patient and employee concerns to management
  • Served as a subject matter expert on respiratory therapy topics during interdisciplinary team meetings, providing valuable insights to improve patient care.

ACLS instructor

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2020
  • Optimized learning outcomes by adapting teaching methods to accommodate diverse student backgrounds and varying levels of experience in the medical field.
  • Evaluated student performance through practical assessments, identifying areas for improvement and tailoring subsequent instruction accordingly.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices for teaching ACLS concepts, continuously improving the overall quality of instruction.
  • Led successful recertification courses for experienced providers, reinforcing critical ACLS skills and ensuring continued competency.

Part-time CPR Instructor

Collin College
01.2016 - 04.2020
  • Incorporated diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles, improving overall comprehension levels among students.
  • Mentored new instructors, providing support in curriculum implementation and classroom management techniques.
  • Measured student performance using objective evaluation criteria aligned with national guidelines for effective CPR administration.

Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Select Specialty Hospital
05.2015 - 12.2016
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
  • Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.

Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Baylor Scott and White Regional Hospital
06.2015 - 07.2016
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Parkland Memorial Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2015
  • Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
  • Worked in all units of the hospital


Respiratory Care Extern

Children’s Medical Center
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Gained knowledge and experience in pediatric respiratory care
  • Assessed and treated patients in the ER, Asthma room and general floors.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills by collaborating with all types of personalities in various situations.

Education

eCornell Certificate - Health Care Management

eCornell
01.2024

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care Program

Collin College
01.2013

Master’s - Inorganic Chemistry

University of Mumbai
05.1999

Skills

  • Results-Oriented
  • Critical thinking
  • Resilient in Dynamic Environments
  • Effective Listening
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Effective Collaboration
  • Judicious Evaluation
  • Integrity in Professional Conduct

Accomplishments

  • Article published in Cath lab newsletter, 12/01/24
  • EPoster presentation at ACC Quality Summit, 2024
  • RT of Quarter, 2019
  • Certificate of Achievement – Succession Planning, 2017-2018
  • Academic Excellence Award from Collin College, 2013
  • Recipient of Jimmy A Young Education Recognition Award from the American Respiratory Care Foundation, 2012
  • Recipient of Bill Brown Educational Grant from the Respiratory Care Foundation of Texas, 2012

Certification

  • eCornell Certificate in Health cAre Management
  • Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS)
  • Asthma Educator Certificate (AE-C)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Limited Working

Timeline

Quality Coordinator 1

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
11.2023 - Current

ECMO Specialist

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
03.2019 - 12.2021

Charge Respiratory Therapist

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2020

ACLS instructor

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2020

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2023

Part-time CPR Instructor

Collin College
01.2016 - 04.2020

Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Baylor Scott and White Regional Hospital
06.2015 - 07.2016

Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Select Specialty Hospital
05.2015 - 12.2016

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Parkland Memorial Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2015

Respiratory Care Extern

Children’s Medical Center
08.2012 - 05.2013

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care Program

Collin College

Master’s - Inorganic Chemistry

University of Mumbai

eCornell Certificate - Health Care Management

eCornell
Janet Vadakkan