Kyle Sinko

Responsible for policy and procedure management

• Microsoft Office applications such as Word and PowerPoint are used daily to create educational materials while Excel is used to generate statistics for following up on our implemented procedures outcomes
• OneNote is used to keep up with multiple tasks throughout the week
• Setting up meetings with representatives from medical companies or interdepartmental staff are frequently updated in our Outlook calendar
• Responsible for maintaining staff credentials, improving workflow processes, generating educational materials while providing or finding CRCE opportunities for staff licensing
• Responsible for overseeing and educating students in Norman's Respiratory Tech Program.
• Once enrolled in a local Respiratory Therapy program I provide tutoring and guidance as needed to help them be successful in their education
• I submit grant materials bi-annually to obtain equipment that benefits the department
• Two of the grants I submitted have been accepted since starting this position
• Assisting in interviewing candidates

• Serve as a relief charge therapist, overseeing night shift operations
• Responsibilities include therapy load management, supervision of staff, precepting new hires and students, and process development
• Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
• Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.

• Sole full-time professor for the respiratory care program, teaching core subjects and utilizing Microsoft Office and Canvas for course material and grading
• Received excellent student reviews for teaching effectiveness
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
• Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
• Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates.
• Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.

• Assessed patients for inpatient rehab eligibility and developed monthly business strategies to enhance client outreach
• Enhanced care coordination by collaborating with healthcare providers, patients, and families to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Promoted positive patient outcomes by identifying potential barriers to recovery and addressing them proactively with the treatment team.
• Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, diagnoses, prognoses, medications, and treatment goals to determine eligibility for specific programs or services.
• Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients entering rehabilitation services, resulting in reduced anxiety and improved healing environment.

• Fostered strong relationships with referral sources for increased network connections, benefiting both the clinic and its patients through expanded resources.
• Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
• Acted as a knowledgeable resource for patients seeking information about community resources and support services available to them in their healthcare journey.
• Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
• Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create seamless transitions between various stages of treatment plans, enhancing continuity of care.

• Worked with ventilator-dependent patients, providing comprehensive respiratory care and maintenance
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.

• Delivered high-quality respiratory care in ICU and floor settings, collaborating closely with medical teams
• Promoted a positive workplace culture through active participation in department meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
• Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress toward goals within electronic health records systems.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, satisfaction levels, and overall efficiency within the Cardiac ICU unit.
• Assisted physicians during procedures such as central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.

• Developed foundational skills in diverse care environments, often leading teams in critical situations
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.

• Gained experience in labor and delivery, treating neonates and children

• Acted as a clinical educator, mentoring students through hands-on experiences and ensuring competency in procedures
• Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
• Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
• Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.

• Focused on rehabilitating patients with tracheostomies and complex respiratory needs
• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
• Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
• Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.