KADIATU HARRIS
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist with over a decade of critical care experience, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations. Proven leader and educator with experience as a team leader, preceptor, and departmental committee chair. Skilled in advanced ventilator modalities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care. Currently pursuing a B.S. in Healthcare Administration to further support clinical leadership goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead, Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
- Lead respiratory care delivery and supervise workflow for team of therapists in critical care and acute care units
- Supervise a team of over 35 Respiratory Therapists
- Maximize staff productivity by effectively delegating task and monitoring progress toward goals.
- Facilitate on boarding for new hires
- Coordinate scheduling, mentor staff, and precept new employees
- Facilitate ongoing education opportunities for the respiratory team, staying current on industry advancements and best practices.
- Serve as a liaison between the respiratory department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment to optimize patient outcomes.
- Improve patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of high-quality care and excellent communication skills.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, maintaining accurate documentation and timely reporting for all respiratory services.
- Reduce readmission rates by developing effective discharge planning strategies for respiratory patients.
- Mentor students in collaboration with local educational institutions, strengthening relationships between academia and practice settings.
- Champion patient safety initiatives within the department, reducing incidence of adverse events related to respiratory therapy interventions.
- Collaborate with hiring Manager in panel interviews
- Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Streamlined workflow for the department by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Managed inventory of respiratory equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and adequate supplies are available at all times.
- Mentor junior therapists, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Participate in hospital committees focused on improving quality of care, sharing expertise from a respiratory perspective. Eg. Shared Governance Committee ; Nursing Documentation and Technology Council
- Chair of Departmental Social and Recognition Committee, boosting employee engagement
- Contribute to the development, planning and completion of project initiatives
- Perform Team audits.
- Manage inventory ; Optimized stock levels to ensure timely delivery for Respiratory Department
- Site Lead for Clinical Mobile Project - Mobile Heartbeat Cure and Rover Implementation
- Superuser for Omnicell Implementation
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets without compromising quality of care delivered to patients.
- Manage API Time & Attendance for the Respiratory Department
- Collaborate across departments to enhance EMR systems and reduce hospital-acquired conditions through chart audits
- Established a positive work culture within the department, promoting open communication and fostering teamwork among staff members.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Recruit and train staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- As a Safety Coach, conduct routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Optimize team performance by providing training and feedback
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
01.2017 - Current
- Delivered critical and acute respiratory support across multiple units, including neonatal and pediatric care
- Implemented customized respiratory protocols and educated patients and families
- Supported department initiatives for equipment logistics and quality improvement
- Conduct therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment sure are bronchoscopy - both inpatient & outpatient (Endoscopy)
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on best practices in respiratory therapy treatments and techniques.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Administered various medications through aerosolized treatments ensuring proper dosages were delivered accurately to patients.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities staying current with best practices and advancements within the respiratory therapy field.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Developed innovative approaches for noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient satisfaction with respiratory care services.
- Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
- Streamlined department operations to increase efficiency in therapy delivery and documentation.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health
08.2016 - Current
- Functioned as a resource therapist; mentored staff and improved patient outcomes through protocol-driven care
- Participated in quality improvement and interdisciplinary care planning
- 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 critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients on ventilators during inter-hospital transport that required meticulous preparation, specialized equipment and a skilled team
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mary Washington Hospital
10.2014 - Current
- Provided high-level ventilator management in ICU and NICU, including surfactant administration and high-risk deliveries
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
- Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.
- Consistently responded within time limits to requests for respiratory assessments.
- Streamlined patient treatment plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Served as a resource for clinical staff regarding best practices in respiratory therapy interventions and equipment usage.
- Provided emergency response support during critical situations, such as code blue events or rapid response activations.
- Demonstrated expertise in various respiratory therapies, including aerosol treatments, airway clearance techniques, and mechanical ventilation.
- Evaluated new respiratory therapy technologies, making recommendations for equipment upgrades or additions based on clinical benefits and return on investment analysis.
- Optimized team performance by providing training, mentoring, and feedback to fellow therapists.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's National Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2021
- Specialized in pediatric and neonatal respiratory care in a high acuity setting
- Provided necessary health education to patients - mostly family members
- Provided urgent and emergency services to all patients
- Coordinated with doctors and nurses to develop care plans for patients
- Conducted tests such as EKGs
- Educated patient and family on patient's illness and available remedies.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2027
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VA05.2013
Associate of Science - General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VA08.2011
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Schedule management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team supervision
- Staff training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Staff education and training
- Mentoring
- Flexible schedule
- Coaching
- Giving constructive feedback
- Evaluating employee work
- Team Check-ins
- Onboarding and orientation
- Safety processes and procedures
- Shift scheduling
- Team assessment
- Leadership
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Documentation and reporting
- Overseeing daily activities
- Issue resolution
- Quality improvement
- People management
- Team motivation
- Problem-solving
- Work assignment delegation
- Workflow management
- Task delegation
- Employee training
- Process improvement
- Coaching and mentoring
- Customer focus
- Performance monitoring
- Performance improvement
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, Virginia, Active through 2025
- Certified Respiratory Therapist, Virginia
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certified
Accomplishments
- Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)
Timeline
Team Lead, Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
01.2017 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children's National Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2021
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Novant Health
08.2016 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Mary Washington Hospital
10.2014 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Liberty University
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