Willie Turpin
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Keller,Texas
Summary
Experienced respiratory therapist with 30 years of leadership experience. Proven success in staff motivation and departmental efficiency. Strong leadership skills improving performance and productivity.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2019 - Current
- Manage the daily operations of the THFW Respiratory Therapy Department and 100+ direct reports.
- Q1 2022, championed the initiative to reestablish the pulmonary function program at THFW after a 2+ year closure due to the 2020-2023 pandemic in collaboration with other RT staff and the THHEB PFT lab.
- March 2022, collaborated with THFW Human Resources, THR talent acquisition, and corporate CSO to reduce staffing vacancies in the RT department from 30+ open positions to zero by Q1 of 2024.
- Successfully manage the operations of THFW blood gas program and facilitates bi-annual CAP inspection readiness.
- In 2019, partnered with a RT supervisor to implement a new processes to reduce supply costs associated with mechanical and non-invasive ventilation devices through the use of Lean Six-Sigma methodologies.
- Assign responsibility, as indicated, for corrective action in order to implement measures to improve operations and outcomes.
- Initiate required actions to improve results with immediate attention as deemed appropriate and urgent for patient, department and hospital needs.
- Track and evaluate staff performance and individual development, holding staff accountable for achieving service expectations.
- Coach and mentor subordinate staff in order to improve their performance and expand responsibilities.
- Active member of the advisory boards for the TCC and Weatherford College respiratory schools.
- Develop and oversee the implementation of policies, procedures, and standards that direct department operations.
- Evaluates and make decisions on equipment and other supplies for the RT department.
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, Texas
2012 - 2019
- Company Overview: Harris Methodist Hospital
- Managed the daily operations of the THFW Medical-Surgical respiratory therapy workgroup of 30-40 respiratory therapists.
- Collaborated with RT staff and various customer groups to effectively resolve quality and service issues.
- Instructed staff in the daily clinical service policies and procedures provided by the department to assure safe, high-quality and timely respiratory care.
- Monitored and evaluated departmental key performance indicators and make necessary adjustments in order to meet and maintain target measures.
- Improved the fiscal viability of the THFW RT Department through the use of Lean Six-Sigma methodologies that resulted in a projected cost savings of $100,000 in 2019 through more efficient utilization of RT equipment and supplies.
- Coached, mentored, and trained staff to improve individual and departmental performance and outcomes.
- Inventoried, evaluated, and ordered clinical equipment and supplies for the THFW Department.
- Performed yearly employee job performance evaluations.
- Coordinated with the nursing staff of the Texas Health Specialty Hospital to develop a ventilator weaning protocol for long-term care patients.
- Managed all aspects of the THFW Respiratory Therapy departmental arterial blood gas program in accordance with the College of American Pathologists (CAP) standards.
- Managed the daily operations of the THFW pulmonary rehabilitation, pulmonary function testing and COPD education programs.
- Harris Methodist Hospital
Respiratory Team Leader
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2000 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Harris Methodist Hospital
- Performed nightly division of therapy workloads for the oncoming shift of 11-15 therapists.
- Managed patient/employee relation issues between the respiratory department and other clinical entities in the hospital.
- Assisted with the improvement of performance compliance issues in the department.
- Organized and coordinate staff schedules for 30-35 employees.
- Conducted employee process improvement surveys by way of listening rounds.
- Assisted with patient satisfaction surveys for the department.
- Ensured efficient and effective clinical and technical departmental operations during the shift.
- Harris Methodist Hospital
Staff Respiratory Therapist
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, Texas
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Company Overview: Harris Methodist Hospital
- Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators following specified parameters of treatment.
- Provided emergency care, including artificial respiration, and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Initiated treatment via respiratory therapy driven protocols, such as type, method, and duration of therapy.
- Performed bedside pulmonary function tests and drew/analyzed arterial blood gases.
- Harris Methodist Hospital
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TXBachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Florida A & M University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
Departmental Operations Oversight
- Continuous improvement strategies
Conflict resolution
- Performance assessment
Recruitment and staffing management
- Payroll Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Asset certification
Cost Management
Core Proficiencies
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Clinical Operations Management
- Lean Six-Sigma Process Improvement
- Dispute Resolution Management
- Performance Evaluation
- Staffing Coordination
- Payroll Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring
- Asset certification and Budgeting
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Texas Health Resources
01.2019 - Current
Respiratory Team Leader
Texas Health Resources
01.2000 - 01.2012
Staff Respiratory Therapist
Texas Health Resources
01.1995 - 01.2000
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Texas Health Resources
2012 - 2019
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Florida A & M University
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