THERESA MARTINEZ
Dallas,TX
Summary
Reliable Respiratory Therapy Manager with proven record in respiratory therapy management. Successfully led teams to deliver high-quality patient care and implemented effective respiratory care strategies. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
Dallas, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Directed respiratory therapy operations, ensuring compliance with best practices and hospital standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for respiratory therapy staff to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans and improve treatment outcomes.
- Managed inventory and equipment maintenance, ensuring availability of necessary tools for effective therapy delivery.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery and reduced wait times for respiratory interventions.
- Facilitated open communication channels between staff members, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged collaboration in addressing complex clinical challenges.
- Collaborated with Human Resources during recruitment processes, selecting highly-skilled candidates who positively contributed to team dynamics and patient outcomes.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, ensuring timely procurement of necessary supplies and equipment while minimizing waste through efficient utilization practices.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during care planning meetings, collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive support strategies tailored to individual circumstances.
- Coordinated daily operations, allocating resources effectively based on patient acuity levels and staffing availability.
Director Respiratory Therapy
Nexus Children's Hospital
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Orchestrated the setup and preparation of a new hospital for opening, ensuring all respiratory facilities were operationally compliant.
- Successfully applied for COLA licensing in the new lab, integrating EPOC system technology to streamline processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Created and implemented all policies and procedures for point-of-care lab, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in EPOC device use.
- Led a team of respiratory therapists, enhancing clinical protocols and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Worked directly with pulmonologists, hospitalists, PM&R and the medical director to implement best practices and ensure alignment with clinical standards.
- Leveraged advanced healthcare management software and EMR systems to optimize patient care and operational efficiency.
- Setup and order inventory for respiratory department, optimizing supply levels and ensuring uninterrupted patient care.
- Managed departmental budget effectively, reducing costs by 8% while maintaining superior care standards.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while staying within deadlines.
- Provided leadership in times of crisis or change initiatives.
Reg. Respiratory Therapist NPS
Children's Health Intergrated Therapist
02.2015 - 04.2023
- Led vent clinic, managing complex respiratory cases and ensuring continuity of care for pediatric patients.
- Demonstrated expertise in trach care, performing trach changes and providing fundamental training to caregivers requiring critical skills.
- Provided comprehensive clinical education for caregivers and staff, ensuring competency in respiratory care practices.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective care delivery.
- Provided specialized training to staff on the latest neonatal and pediatric respiratory care techniques.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to evaluate patient responses to treatments and therapies.
- Performed specialized therapies including IPV, cough assist, and vest therapy contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve overall patient outcomes.
Regional Respiratory Therapy Director/ Clinical Liaison
Epic Health Services
11.2013 - 04.2023
- Created formal education manual for trach/vent training, providing a structured framework for nurse education.
- Trained new educators for the program rollout, ensuring they were equipped with the necessary skills to effectively teach and support nurses.
- Directed respiratory therapy services across multiple sites, achieving a 98% patient satisfaction rate.
- Led regional teams, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory standards.
- Utilized advanced healthcare management software and EMR systems to enhance patient care efficiency.
- Supported CRD's with physician in-services, luncheons, and patient meet and greets, fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals.
- Conducted regular patient follow-ups, both in the hospital and at home, providing ongoing support and ensuring continuity of care post-discharge.
- Directed all aspects of project management including planning, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.
Manager Respiratory Therapy
Baylor Our Children's House
11.2012 - 11.2013
- Organized and completed Ventilator training videos for facility RTs, ensuring consistent and comprehensive caregiver training.
- Conducted education sessions for interdisciplinary staff in an RT skills lab, enhancing team competency in respiratory care practices.
- Managed and supervised respiratory therapy, sleep lab, and POC lab teams, achieving a 95% staff satisfaction rate.
- Managed VAP bundle data and conducted monthly audits, contributing to improved patient outcomes and infection control.
- Utilized advanced healthcare management software and EMR systems to streamline operations and enhance patient outcomes.
- Participated in multiple quality improvement projects, driving initiatives to enhance patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw departmental budgets, reducing costs by 12% while maintaining high-quality care.
- Served as PALS and BLS instructor, equipping healthcare professionals with essential life-saving skills for pediatric patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Charge Therapist
Baylor Our Children's House
03.2007 - 11.2012
- Let the weekly vent clinic, managing complex respiratory cases and ensuring continuity of care for pediatric patients.
- Delivered bedside care under physicians orders, including specialized therapies and tracheostomy care and changes contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of EPIC EMR as a Super User, providing go live support and training to staff members.
- Responded effectively to respiratory emergencies, including code blue situations, collaborating seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams to stabilize patients' respiratory status and ensure timely resuscitation efforts.
- Co-Chaired the Respiratory Operation council, fostering collaboration and driving operational excellence.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, participating in audits and reviews to enhance patient care delivery and outcomes, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous improvement within the department.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Medical Plus Supplies
01.2010 - 09.2011
- Successfully delivered and setup home respiratory equipment for hospitals and patient homes.
- Skillfully addressed respiratory equipment problems and inquiries, maintaining continuous equipment functionality and patient support.
- Conducted thorough education sessions for patient and parents on equipment usage, enhancing patient compliance and outcomes.
- Provided personalized care through CPAP/BIPAP setup and mask fittings, optimizing treatment for patients with sleep-related respiratory disorders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
ATI Career Training Center
Dallas, TX06-2006
Skills
- Budget Control
- Project Coordination
- People Management
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Improvement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- Neonatal Pediatric Specialist
- TX RCP00069708
- PALS
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Respiratory Care Practitioner
- SAMA Certified
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
08.2024 - Current
Director Respiratory Therapy
Nexus Children's Hospital
04.2023 - 08.2024
Reg. Respiratory Therapist NPS
Children's Health Intergrated Therapist
02.2015 - 04.2023
Regional Respiratory Therapy Director/ Clinical Liaison
Epic Health Services
11.2013 - 04.2023
Manager Respiratory Therapy
Baylor Our Children's House
11.2012 - 11.2013
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Medical Plus Supplies
01.2010 - 09.2011
Registered Respiratory Therapist Charge Therapist
Baylor Our Children's House
03.2007 - 11.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
ATI Career Training Center