Sagrario Sivesind
Sugar Grove,IL
Summary
Proactive manager known as an exceptional leader who delivers exceptional operational results. Highly adaptable professional known for developing high-performing teams, identifying and leveraging individual strengths, strong collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, and leading-by-example. Expertise in: Leadership | Administration | Change Management | Decision Making | Process Improvement | Collaboration | Business Development | Staff Development | Quality | Service Excellence Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
ASCENSION | St. Joseph Hospital
2024.02 - Current
- Attained subsequent AACVPR accreditation for Cardiac Rehab resulting in improved outcomes for those cardiac patients having had received cardiac intervention
- Attained subsequent ICAEL accreditation for adult echocardiography resulting in improvements to policies, protocols and standardization to patient care
- Collaborated implementation of prioritization of stress testing for those patient’s discharge pending through multidisciplinary length of stay rounds
- Implemented CPACS remote reading to maximize throughput by improving turnaround echocardiogram read times
- In-progress of obtaining CLIA and CAP accreditation for blood gas laboratory in Respiratory Therapy
- Implemented TEE Piece Resuscitation best practice by the NRP program according to AHA guidelines
- Year over year improvement of Associate Engagement
- Consistently maintains YTD productivity greater than 100%
- Consistently maintains overall expenses within budget
- Consistently maintains quality metrics above threshold eMAR monthly medication scanning rates >98%.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Manager
ASCENSION | Mercy Medical Center
2019.08 - 2023.07
- Attained CAP re-accreditation for blood gas laboratory for two consecutive cycles with zero exceptions resulting in exceeding industry standards for clinical laboratory testing
- Implemented Respiratory Therapy charge capture by documentation in Meditech resulting in optimization of revenue and productivity for department
- Year over year improvement of Associate Engagement
- Consistently maintains YTD productivity greater than 100%
- Consistently maintains overall expenses within budget
- Consistently maintains quality metrics above threshold eMAR monthly medication scanning rates >98%.
- Developed strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
Manager
AMITA Health | Mercy Medical Center
2011.07 - 2019.08
- Reduced length of stay in patients with diagnosis of chest pain and stress test order by implementing process improvement plan from baseline of 47 hours to 32 hours
- Collaborated implementation of same day stress testing from Emergency Department by implementing risk stratification tool that reduced observation admissions
- Significantly contributed to reduction of COPD readmissions by implementing Trilogy non-invasive ventilation discharge program that resulted in decrease readmission rate from 25.5% to 7.4% FYTD
- Implemented replenishment pull system Kanban material management system for disposables resulting in efficient system where products are replenished on demand eliminating waste and improving inventory control
- Attained initial and subsequent ICAEL accreditation for adult echocardiography resulting in improvements to policies, protocols and standardization to patient care
- Attained CAP re-accreditation for blood gas laboratory for two consecutive cycles with zero exceptions resulting in exceeding industry standards for clinical laboratory testing
- Implemented ARDS protocol at ministry level that was voted on at system critical care committee to adopt at all Presence Health Ministries resulting in reduction in ventilator hours
- Initiated Flolan protocol to optimize clinical outcomes and reduced cost by using Flolan in lieu of Nitirc Oxide which is significantly less expensive and equally effective
- Achieved 4.76 mean score out of 5 in Gallup Associate Engagement 2019
- Consistently maintains YTD productivity greater than 100%
- Consistently maintains overall expenses within budget
- Optimized echo order in Meditech to flag duplicate services within six months resulting in reducing healthcare cost associated with duplicate services
- Implemented Respiratory Therapy charge capture by documentation in Meditech resulting in optimization of revenue and productivity for department
- Supported and facilitated multiple complex hospital system upgrades.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Clinical Educator-Supervisor
AMITA Health | Alexian Brothers Medical Center
2003.01 - 2011.07
- Provided leadership for and coordination of day-to-day operations
- Collaborated with Director in hiring, development and performance evaluations
- Ensured quality, patient safety and service excellence in delivery of patient care
- Reviewed and developed annual competencies, policy and procedures.
- Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of patient care.
- Strengthened relationships with external partners such as universities or professional associations by coordinating joint educational initiatives.
- Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
- Optimized patient care quality by updating policies, procedures, and protocols based on current best practices in clinical education.
- Collaborated with management to assess learning needs and develop customized training plans for various departments.
- Served as a clinical mentor, offering guidance and support to new hires during their onboarding process.
- Enhanced staff proficiency in clinical procedures through hands-on demonstrations and interactive workshops.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
Education
Masters of Business Administration - Management
Robert Morris University IL
Chicago, IL01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
National-Louis University IL
Wheaton, IL01.2005
Associates in Applied Science - Respiratory Care Advance Practitioner
College of DuPage IL
Glen Ellyn, IL01.2000
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Training and Development
- Operations Management
- Budget Control
Certification
- Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS), National Board for Respiratory Care, 2019, Current
- Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS), National Board for Respiratory Care, 2009, Current
- Registered Respiratory Care Therapist (RRT), National Board for Respiratory Care, 2001, Current
- Certified Respiratory Care Therapist (CRT), National Board for Respiratory Care, 1999, Current
- IL Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), Current
- ACLS, Current
- PALS, Current
- NRP, Current
- BLS, Current
Affiliations
American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), 9167697, Mar 2004
Awards
- 2017 Hope Award for serving as a respected role model in their community and demonstrating all of Presence Health’s Values in their daily work
- 2014 Awarded leading practice publication for the storage and handling of oxygen cylinders by the Joint Commission
- 2013 Employee of the Month Award for providing excellent, compassionate care to our patients
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Manager
ASCENSION | St. Joseph Hospital
2024.02 - Current
Manager
ASCENSION | Mercy Medical Center
2019.08 - 2023.07
Manager
AMITA Health | Mercy Medical Center
2011.07 - 2019.08
Clinical Educator-Supervisor
AMITA Health | Alexian Brothers Medical Center
2003.01 - 2011.07
Masters of Business Administration - Management
Robert Morris University IL
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
National-Louis University IL
Associates in Applied Science - Respiratory Care Advance Practitioner
College of DuPage IL
- Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS), National Board for Respiratory Care, 2019, Current
- Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS), National Board for Respiratory Care, 2009, Current
- Registered Respiratory Care Therapist (RRT), National Board for Respiratory Care, 2001, Current
- Certified Respiratory Care Therapist (CRT), National Board for Respiratory Care, 1999, Current
- IL Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), Current
- ACLS, Current
- PALS, Current
- NRP, Current
- BLS, Current
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