David Quitmeyer
Email: david@quitmeyer.com
Phone: (619) 251-9006

12190 Cuyamaca College Dr. E. Unit 903
El Cajon, CA 92019

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Care Practitioner with current license to practice in California. Dedicated and technically skilled healthcare professional with a versatile clinical skill set developed over experience 20 years as a Respiratory Therapist. Excels in learning new skills and equipment, developing innovative solutions and process improvements proven to increase efficiency, adhere to compliance issues, and increase patient satisfaction. Experience with department leadership, budgeting, and service recovery.

Possesses advanced computer skills in MS Office Suite, graphic design, video editing and other applications/systems. Highly resourceful and productive in team environments as both a member and team leader. Ability to keep calm while maintaining professionalism under stressful situations.

Key Skills
  • RVUs, Staffing, Training
  • INO, APRV, ECMO
  • Level 3 NICU, Pediatrics , Level 1 Trauma
  • Sleep Medicine, NIPPV Titration
  • RT Protocols, Policy Development
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Endotracheal Intubation
  • Arterial Blood Gas Punctures

Experience

Advanced NICU-Peds Respiratory Therapist
Sharp Grossmont Hospital, La Mesa, CA

July 2004 - Present
  • Served as Relief Shift Lead, precepted new hires, department representative to Hospital Wide Clinical Practice Committee, served on shared-governance Pulmonary Action Council.
  • Developed department system for assigning therapist workloads by RVUs, using national standards established by the American Association of Respiratory Care.
  • Worked on numerous special projects including development of educational materials, chart auditing, equipment evaluations.
  • Worked in all area of the hospital including Level 3 NICU, ER, SICU, MICU, SNF, Physical Rehabilitation, and Mental Rehabilitation. Experience with long-term vent patients.

Freelance IT Consultant
Numerous Companies in California, Nevada

August 1998 – June 2004
  • Developed information technology solutions for health care facilities, financial institutions, hotels, web companies and Native American tribes.
  • Collaborated with product managers, web programmers, editors, designers.
  • Maintained broad range of creative/technical responsibilities including product development, quality assurance, and implementation of Internet technologies.

Director of Respiratory Therapy
Sierra Vista Hospital, T. or C., NM

January 1996 - July 1998
  • Decreased department expenses by 25% and increased overall revenue by 40%.
  • Served on several hospital committees such as Risk Management, Quality Assurance, and Emergency Services.

Shift Supervisor
Memorial Medical Center, Las Cruces, NM

May 1993 - December 1995
  • Supervised up to 18 Respiratory Therapists throughout all areas of the hospital.
  • Routinely worked in ICU, ER, ICN, L&D and OR.

Education
Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy, 1994
Graduated with Honors, Crimson Scholar
 New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico

Certifications

ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS – Current through 2014
California RCP License – Current through end of 2014
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) - 1999
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – 1995
Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) - 1994

References available upon request.