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Education
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ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTATION SYSTEMS
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Kai Santos

La Verne,CA

Summary

Highly skilled Respiratory Therapist with broad experience managing respiratory care services and coordinating patient care. Proficient in implementing treatment plans, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and training staff for optimal performance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient satisfaction levels through effective management and communication skills. Demonstrate strong leadership qualities by successfully supervising diverse teams and promoting an atmosphere of teamwork and excellence in care.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Lab Instructor

MT SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE
Walnut
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted evaluations of student performance, provided feedback and guidance on areas of improvement.
  • Developed and implemented clinical teaching strategies to provide students with hands-on experience in patient care.
  • Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.

Respiratory Therapist IV

American Staffing Registry
Pasadena, CA
11.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
  • Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
  • Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.

Ventilation Clinical Specialist

Nihon Kohden America
Irvine, CA
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Executed clinical education programs for target accounts to facilitate knowledge, increase product utilization and generate account revenue.
  • Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
  • Demonstrated clinical knowledge, expertise, and proper usage of products.
  • Complied with territory healthcare facility vendor credentialing policies.
  • Directed clinical evaluations of products.

Respiratory Therapist II

Huntington Hospital
Pasadena, CA
02.2012 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated with other departments within the healthcare facility to ensure quality patient care.
  • Served as a mentor for newly hired therapists, providing advice and support as needed.
  • Assisted in training new respiratory therapists on the team, providing guidance as needed.
  • Managed workflow by assigning duties to staff members based on skill level and availability.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving overall patient outcomes.
  • Monitored supplies inventory levels and placed orders when necessary.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient care.

Lead Respiratory Therapist

BEVERLY HOSPITAL
Montebello
06.2008 - 07.2016
  • Conducted regular rounds in ICU, ER, OR departments to review patient treatments and monitor effectiveness of therapy.
  • Monitored respiratory therapy staff performance to ensure adherence to established protocols.
  • Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and programs for department operations, including quality assurance activities.
  • Supervised and coordinated the work of respiratory therapists, providing guidance in resolving technical and procedural problems.
  • Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.

Education

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
06-2008

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

El Camino College
Torrance, CA

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Team Collaboration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Staff Oversight
  • Excellent Communication

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS
  • NRP

ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTATION SYSTEMS

  • MEDITECH
  • CERNER
  • EPIC
  • MICROSOFT OFFICE
  • WORKDAY
  • KRONOS
  • ASTER
  • SALESFORCE
  • ADP
  • MOTUS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Ventilation Clinical Specialist

Nihon Kohden America
01.2024 - 08.2024

Clinical Lab Instructor

MT SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE
01.2022 - Current

Respiratory Therapist IV

American Staffing Registry
11.2021 - Current

Respiratory Therapist II

Huntington Hospital
02.2012 - 01.2024

Lead Respiratory Therapist

BEVERLY HOSPITAL
06.2008 - 07.2016

Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Mt San Antonio College

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

El Camino College

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