Patricia Ann Bonczyk
Anna,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Cardiopulmonary Services
Mission Regional Medical Center
Mission, TX
08.2004 - 01.2011
- Oversaw daily operations of Cardiopulmonary Services department including staffing levels, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and supplies inventory management.
- Managed the recruitment process for new hires within the Cardiopulmonary Services department.
- Evaluated performance of staff members to ensure delivery of safe, effective patient care according to established standards.
- Directed and coordinated activities of personnel in providing quality respiratory services to patients.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Participated in committees or task forces as requested by administration.
- Assisted with developing marketing strategies for increasing business volume within the department.
- Identified, assessed, and monitored patient care outcomes for the Cardiopulmonary Services department.
- Reviewed records for accuracy and completeness prior to submission for billing purposes.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, which included continuing education and certification renewal.
- Managed coding for multiple specialties, ensuring specific codes are accurately applied.
- Coordinated with billing department to clarify billing issues related to coding.
- Maintained knowledge of current trends in the field of cardiopulmonary services.
- Provided guidance and support to team members in order to promote a positive work environment.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members in order to review current practices and develop new strategies for improvement.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Coordinated educational programs for staff members related to cardiopulmonary services.
- Implemented safety protocols throughout the department in accordance with industry standards.
- Monitored budgeting process for Cardiopulmonary Services department ensuring cost-effectiveness of operations.
- Collaborated with other departments on initiatives designed to improve overall efficiency.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Performed quality control checks on all equipment daily to ensure accuracy of results.
- Analyzed data collected during blood collection processes for accuracy and completeness.
- Verified patient information against medical records for accuracy prior to collection process.
- Ensured all lab equipment was properly calibrated and maintained according to manufacturer specifications.
- Directed the design, development, and implementation of new laboratory technologies and processes.
- Collected data from patient charts for evaluation and analysis purposes.
- Conducted chart reviews using established criteria to evaluate the appropriateness of services rendered.
- Participated in meetings with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding the interpretation of policy requirements relative to documentation standards.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all documents were up to date and in compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed charts for trends in diagnosis coding or billing practices that may indicate potential fraud or abuse issues.
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Mission Regional Medical Center
Mission, TX
07.2004 - 08.2004
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Distributed staff, assignments and resources to meet patient care needs in each unit, reduce overtime and cut costs.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in the department.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Harris Methodist Hospital
Bedford, TX
03.2002 - 05.2004
- Provided therapeutic treatments to patients with respiratory illnesses including oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Instructed patients and their families in proper use of ventilators, inhalers, and nebulizers.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and family members concerning the health status of the patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient status or response to treatment.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Cook's Children's Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
05.2001 - 02.2004
- Monitored patient progress through physical assessments, laboratory results and diagnostic studies.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation to improve respiratory health.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided using electronic health record software programs.
- Performed pulmonary function tests to evaluate lung volume, capacity and gas exchange.
- Administered aerosolized medications in the form of nebulizers, inhalers and other devices.
- Assisted physicians with bronchoscopies and intubations as needed.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties in all patient areas, including PICU and NICU.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tarrant County College District
Hurst, TXSkills
- Training & Development
- Project Planning
- Team Management
- Team building
- Analytical
- Verbal Communication
- Self-Directed
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Quality Assurance
- Research
Certification
- American Association of Respiratory Care 2000 – Present
- Texas Society of Respiratory Care 2000 – Present
- NBRC Licensure Accreditation Program 2001 – Present
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Computers
- Art
- Outdoors
Accomplishments
- South Texas Respiratory Program Advisory Board 2007 – 2011
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Cardiopulmonary Services
Mission Regional Medical Center
08.2004 - 01.2011
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Mission Regional Medical Center
07.2004 - 08.2004
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Harris Methodist Hospital
03.2002 - 05.2004
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Cook's Children's Hospital
05.2001 - 02.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tarrant County College District
- American Association of Respiratory Care 2000 – Present
- Texas Society of Respiratory Care 2000 – Present
- NBRC Licensure Accreditation Program 2001 – Present
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