Jonathan Balonkita
Summary
Dynamic respiratory therapist with extensive experience at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Proven expertise in critical care and mentoring, fostering team collaboration, and enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in advanced respiratory care techniques, including ventilator management, while promoting professional development among peers and students. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
A respiratory therapist with 30 years of experience as a clinician and an educator. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded education.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Respiratory Therapy Instructor
Santa Monica College
06.2022 - Current
- Assists implementing the curriculum of the Santa Monica Respiratory Care Program.
- Under the Program Director, faculty members collaborate to ensure consistency between theory and practice in clinical education.
- Assesses and evaluates respiratory therapy students' hands-on training (competencies) at the college in preparation for clinical rotation.
- Supervises students during clinical rotations. Ensures policies and procedures are followed, promotes patient safety, and quality respiratory care.
- Mentor students during clinical rotations, fostering professional development and critical thinking skills in real-world scenarios.
Respiratory Therapist II
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
06.1992 - 12.2022
- Administered respiratory therapy protocols for patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions. Protocols include: ventilator management, bronchodilator therapy, oxygen therapy, and aerosol therapy.
- Experienced working in various hospital settings including: Medical ICU, Pediatric ICU, Cardio-Thoracic ICU, Neonatal ICU, Neuro-Trauma ICU, Emergency Room, and Critical Care Transport.
- Assigned to supervisor duties. Oversaw daily operations and staffing. Served as a resource to staff. Mentored new hires as well as respiratory therapy students.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
Education
Masters in Public Administration - Emphasis in Healthcare Management
Keller Graduate School of Management
Lisle, IL08-2008
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA06-1992
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines03-1990
Skills
- Registered respiratory therapist - adult critical care specialist
- Registered respiratory therapist - neonatal/pediatric specialist (RRT-nPS)
- Skilled in respiratory care
- Mentoring team members
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Adjunct Respiratory Therapy Instructor
Santa Monica College
06.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist II
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
06.1992 - 12.2022
Masters in Public Administration - Emphasis in Healthcare Management
Keller Graduate School of Management
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Santa Monica College
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
University of Santo Tomas
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