Daniela Turcios
Pomona
Summary
Passionate and solution-driven leader with 23+ years of experience in healthcare, with a focus on patient care. Expertise includes departmental management, and strategic planning. Proven track record of leading diverse teams and exceeding performance targets while promoting a positive culture in fast-paced environments. Adept at cultivating relationships with team members and multilevel stakeholders to ensure quality care and an optimal healthcare experience for diverse patient populations. Multilingual (English, Spanish)
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente
Los Angeles, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Attend regular staff meetings to discuss research topics related to sleep medicine and new developments in the field.
- Collaborate with physicians on clinical decisions related to Sleep Medicine practices.
- Co-led accreditation efforts among a multi-disciplinary team of organizational leaders to become the first Kaiser Permanente Sleep Disorders Center (2018) in Southern California
- Consistently identifying cost-saving opportunities in purchasing supplies and optimal utilization of staffing
- Day to day operational management of Sleep Lab including management of technical functions and staff duties, maintenance of competencies as well as auditor training
- My negotiation skills have resulted in the sleep lab department remaining under budget for the last 4 years as Lead
- Assisting Chief of department with triaging incoming referrals in tapestry
- Trained staff on proper scheduling of appointments in Health Connect per regional guidelines to save the members time and provide a closed loop system
- Outsourced members per criteria in collaboration with outside referral department and stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and accreditation standards in Sleep services.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente
Los Angeles, CA
07.2015 - 06.2022
- Provided respiratory care in sleep medicine and acute care, including pulmonary function testing for adult ALS and pediatric SMD patients.
- Supported interdisciplinary care planning to improve patient outcomes and safety standards.
- Maintained high standards of patient-centered care throughout all procedures.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
Respiratory Therapist
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
Dallas, TX
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Management of mechanical ventilation, including conventional ventilation, INO and HFOV, under physician supervision
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit level III
- Monitored patient progress through regular assessments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Administered respiratory therapies to patients, ensuring compliance with treatment protocols and safety standards.
Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Richardson, TX
11.2009 - 01.2015
- Administration of aerosol therapy
- Assisted physicians during emergency and bedside bronchoscopies. Supported proper handling of high-level disinfectants.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood gas analysis
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in respiratory therapy techniques and equipment usage.
- Assist physician with bedside/emergency traches
Monitor Technician
Kasier Permanente
Bellflower, CA
11.2002 - 02.2007
- Monitored patient vital signs and alarms to ensure immediate response to changes in condition.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to communicate critical health information effectively.
- Operated telemetry systems for continuous cardiac monitoring of patients.
- Trained new technicians on equipment usage and emergency protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
ATI Career College
Dallas, TX11-2009
Skills
- NICU Polysomnography Program Development
- Staff Training & Clinical Education
- Clinical Leadership & Staff Mentorship
- Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)
- Workflow Design & Process Optimization
- Cross-Departmental Program Collaboration
- Budget Planning & Resource Allocation
- Patient Assessment & Emergency Response
- Ventilator Management & Airway Care
- Administrative Collaboration & Reporting
- Neonatal Respiratory Care
Accomplishments
Developed and implemented the first NICU polysomnography program, enhancing patient safety, reducing system costs, and elevating the quality of care for medically fragile neonates
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License, State of California
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP
- QBS Level II Certified
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente
07.2015 - 06.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
01.2014 - 06.2015
Respiratory Therapist
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
11.2009 - 01.2015
Monitor Technician
Kasier Permanente
11.2002 - 02.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
ATI Career College