Heather Ventura
Shreveport
Summary
Clinical consultant, with 16+ year of experience in healthcare, specializing in heart failure and mechanical circulatory support with an emphasis on ECMO and Impella therapies. Proven ability to support clinical strategy through program execution, clinician education, and data-driven insights while building strong customer relationships. Reliable and results-driven, consistently contributing to team success and patient well-being.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Clinical Consultant
Johnson & Johnson Abiomed
North Texas Region-Plano
01.2022 - Current
- Drove adoption of the Impella product portfolio with physicians, hospital staff and hospital administrators leading to 112.64% to plan in revenue Q1FY26
- Provided consultation and support on appropriate use of the Impella device; including patient selection, implantation and patient management
- Contributed to programmatic growth around recognition of cardiogenic shock, utilization of Impella as the standard of care, escalation, weaning and bridge to advanced therapies and heart recovery within the North Texas Region
- Created dinner programs, consensus building events and educational events in collaboration with force multipliers and regional team members
- Field trainer for the Heartland Area
- Part-Time Clinical Educator-North Texas Region.
ECMO Specialist, CVICU RN, Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Medical City Heart and Spine
Dallas, TX
2016 - 01.2022
- Provided quality, patient-centered care in a high-volume critical care unit focused on adult cardiovascular patients as Unit Charge Nurse, Bedside Nurse, ECMO Specialist and preceptor to novice RNs and seasoned RNs orienting to CVICU
- Team lead in managing mechanical circulatory support devices: intra-aortic balloon pump, Heartmate, ECMO, Impella and ECPella therapies, including transportation of ECMO patients and directly assisting in cannulation procedures at the bedside
- Direct patient care provided in the cardiovascular cath lab
- Certified Surgical Technologist
Certified Surgical Technologist
Children's Health Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.2010 - 07.2016
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient instrument availability and functionality.
- Monitored surgical procedures, adhering to safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Trained and mentored new surgical technologists on best practices and operational procedures.
Clinical Coordinator-Surgical Technology Program
Collin College
McKinney, TX
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Developed and implemented clinical education programs to enhance surgical technology student knowledge and patient care standards.
- Coordinated training sessions for students, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design effective curricula that align with organizational goals and student needs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by analyzing participant performance and adjusting materials accordingly for improvement.
- Led initiatives to integrate innovative teaching technologies into clinical education frameworks, enhancing engagement and retention.
Education
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Jack Welch Management Institute
12-2027
Bachelors's of Science - Nursing
University of Texas
Arlington, TX05-2016
Associate’s of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Collin College
McKinney, TX01-2010
Associate’s Degree - Liberal Arts
Collin College
Plano, TX01-2006
Skills
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Value Demonstration
- Cardiovascular Proficiency
- Adaptability
- Strategic business planning
- Training providers
- Healthcare consulting
- Improving facility workflows and practice management
Abiomed Region of the Year 2023
North Texas Region
North Texas Region Awards 2023
Case Crusher
Timeline
Area Clinical Consultant
Johnson & Johnson Abiomed
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Coordinator-Surgical Technology Program
Collin College
05.2013 - 03.2014
Certified Surgical Technologist
Children's Health Dallas
05.2010 - 07.2016
ECMO Specialist, CVICU RN, Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Medical City Heart and Spine
2016 - 01.2022
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Jack Welch Management Institute
Bachelors's of Science - Nursing
University of Texas
Associate’s of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Collin College
Associate’s Degree - Liberal Arts
Collin College