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Work History
Education
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Management and Supervision
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Jennifer Baker MS, RRT, CPFT

Corbin,KY

Summary

I have 25 years of experience in Respiratory Care and 2 years of experience as a business owner. I worked as a Supervisor of Respiratory Care for seven years, and as a lead therapist for ten years. I have demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving, and team-building abilities. I have been successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. I am organized, highly motivated, and will work hard to bring new ideas to help reach system goals and operational needs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Blushing Bride and Formal Wear

Blushing Bride and Formal Wear
Corbin, KY
07.2023 - Current
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
  • Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
  • Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth and expansion.
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Supervisor

Baptist Health Corbin
Corbin, KY
05.1999 - 07.2023
  • Trained new employees on proper respiratory therapy techniques.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Analyzed data from quality assurance programs to identify opportunities for improvement in the department's operations.
  • Oversaw the development of educational materials related to respiratory therapy services for use by staff members.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in the department.
  • Created policies and procedures for the department in accordance with organizational standards.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to respiratory therapy services.
  • Documented incidents or occurrences involving patient care or personnel issues according to established procedures.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.

Education

Master of Science - Healthcare Administration

Union College
Barbourville, KY
12-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Management

Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS
09-2018

Associate of Applied Science -

Southeast Community College
Middlesboro, KY
05-2002

Skills

  • Budget management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Financial analysis
  • Compliance oversight
  • Sales strategy
  • Social media marketing
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Staff training
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Process improvement
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Certification

  • Register Respiratory Therapist , March 2004
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist, 1999
  • Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist, 2007
  • Current Member of the AARC
  • Current Member of the KSRC and serve on the Membership Committee

Management and Supervision

  • Participate in departmental, facility and corporate committees and teams
  • Responsible for staff scheduling, payroll (when needed), education and yearly evaluations for staff
  • Review, Update and created departmental policies and procedures
  • MUSE implementation
  • EPIC Superuser
  • Change Agent
  • ISO Auditor

Timeline

Owner/Blushing Bride and Formal Wear

Blushing Bride and Formal Wear
07.2023 - Current

Supervisor

Baptist Health Corbin
05.1999 - 07.2023

Master of Science - Healthcare Administration

Union College

Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Management

Ottawa University

Associate of Applied Science -

Southeast Community College
Jennifer Baker MS, RRT, CPFT