Virtual Health Long-Term Care

Dr. John Kosmeh

Rutherfordton, NC 910-***-**** ************@*****.*** Dr. John Kosmeh – LinkedIn Profile

Global Leader in Virtual Health and Emergency Preparedness

Pioneering force in virtual health, revolutionized long-term care with the design and implementation of a groundbreaking virtual health program, currently under patent review, marking a first in the sector. With a proven track record of achieving over a 98% reduction in unnecessary ER transports and readmissions, this leadership has propelled healthcare innovation, operational efficiency, and strategic financial growth. Expertise extends to crisis communication and emergency preparedness, enhancing national response capabilities to WMD and CBRNE incidents. An eloquent advocate for virtual health, this professional has addressed Senate and Congressional leaders, shaping the distinction between traditional telemedicine and virtual healthcare for future policy agendas.

Executive Achievements

Influential Leadership: Spearheaded insightful presentations at AHCA/NCAL and Leading Age national expos, setting industry benchmarks and commanding national attention in healthcare excellence.

Healthcare Innovation: Pioneered and expanded virtual health initiatives across long-term care facilities, achieving over 98% reduction in unnecessary ER transports and readmissions, demonstrating exceptional leadership in healthcare innovation and operational efficiency.

Business Growth: Directed the rapid scaling of a virtual health startup, leading to a projected $1.2 million in sales revenue in its first year, underlining strategic financial planning and business acumen.

Crisis Leadership: Spearheaded development and nationwide implementation of emergency preparedness training programs, enhancing the capabilities of emergency responders to WMD and CBRNE incidents through strategic leadership and crisis communication.

Professional Development: Cultivated a culture of excellence and continuous improvement by developing and implementing comprehensive training curricula for healthcare professionals, showcasing a commitment to staff training and leadership in the emergency medicine and virtual health sectors.

Safety Optimization: Designed safety protocols for re-opening of Hotels of the World locations during COVID in May 2020, demonstrating cutting edge understanding of optimizing businesses with customer well-being in mind in a changing health landscape.

Core Skills and Competencies

Strategic Leadership Crisis Communication Disaster Relief Emergency Preparedness WMD C CBRNE Training Threat Prevention Risk C Hazard Analysis Care Coordination Staff Training C Leadership Industrial EHS Project Management Financial Acumen Operational Efficiency Innovation in Healthcare Client C Vendor Relations Business Development

Executive Experience

Advanced Virtual Healthcare LLC NC

CEO/PRESIDENT Jan 2023 – Present

Commandeer Advanced Virtual Health LLC from inception, propelling a pioneering virtual health initiative across long- term care facilities. Champion program that slashed unnecessary ER visits and readmissions by over 98%, orchestrating every operational aspect of start-up company with Patent pending advanced healthcare technology..

Revolutionary Virtual Health Leadership: Pioneer launch and exponential growth of cutting-edge virtual health startup, utilizing patent-pending innovation that dramatically transformed care in long-term facilities. This breakthrough achieved an unprecedented reduction in ER transports and readmissions by over 98%, setting new standards in healthcare efficiency.

Strategic Mastery s Financial Triumph: Mastermind financial and operational blueprint of startup, propelling it to a staggering $1.2 million in revenue in the debut year and showcasing financial genius, underscoring a profound understanding of market dynamics and human resource management.

Trailblazing Program Implementation: Orchestrate development and national deployment of a comprehensive training regime and high-stakes negotiations, cementing robust partnerships with clients and vendors across 25

communities. This strategic move not only expanded startup's footprint but also solidified its reputation as a leader in virtual health innovation.

Elite Operational Leadership s Cultural Transformation: Personally architect and implement suite of comprehensive HR policies and diverse training programs, laying groundwork for unparalleled corporate growth and service excellence. Initiated critical strategy sessions with senior leadership, instilling a visionary perspective on the virtual health system's capabilities, thereby inspiring companywide excellence, and innovation.

RemoteER New Orleans, LA

PRESIDENT May 2022 – Jan 2023

Catalyzed transformative growth of a virtual health titan. Engineered pilot that revolutionized patient care, slashing ER visits by 98% and driving first-year revenues to $2.5 million, shattering expectations. Directed elite cadre of VPs and directors toward surpassing medical standards and corporate goals with unmatched precision.

Strategic and Operational Leadership: Championed strategic negotiations and budget management, fueling financial and operational growth, while achieving over $2.5 million in sales revenue and drastically reducing unnecessary ER transports by 98%. Demonstrated operational excellence by significantly lowering healthcare costs and enhancing senior resident care.

Healthcare Innovation and Revenue Growth: Pioneered groundbreaking virtual health service, boosting occupancy rates in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities by providing internal ER-quality care, leading to substantial revenue growth and cost savings for federal programs and CMS.

Comprehensive Team Development and Industry Influence: Directed extensive training program, leveraging innovative technology to equip medical staff, resulting in remarkable decrease in ER transports. Initiated pivotal CMS discussions to establish a national virtual health training certification program, reflecting significant industry impact.

RemoteMD New Orleans, LA

DIRECTOR OF VIRTUAL HEALTH, TRAINING, AND EDUCATION Mar 2020 – May 2022

Innovative Virtual Health Division and Global Telehealth Expansion: Launched groundbreaking virtual health division, revolutionizing care in Assisted Living, Senior Care, and Continuing Care Retirement Communities with advanced telehealth services that significantly cut unnecessary ER and ED visits. Expanded division's reach by introducing emergency care and chronic patient monitoring systems with comprehensive diagnostic capabilities, enabling cash pay and insurance billing across the US and internationally.

Education and Training Division Transformation: Transformed educational landscape by founding a virtual training academy, significantly enhancing online training delivery, registration, and payment systems. Developed and rolled out certification courses for diverse group of healthcare professionals, greatly expanding educational outreach and securing accreditations from prestigious credentialing bodies.

Rutherford Regional Medical Center Rutherfordton, NC

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM DIRECTOR / ER PARAMEDIC Apr 2016 – Present

Spearhead unparalleled emergency preparedness training and coordination for Hospital Emergency Response Team, ensuring rigorous compliance with multifaceted regulations. Bridge vital communication between healthcare providers and command structures, overseeing patient care with meticulous oversight. Command recruitment, training, and management of team, while delivering frontline paramedic services and recruit orientation with unparalleled expertise.

Elite Emergency Response and Strategic Preparedness Mastery: Orchestrate high-stakes emergency response strategies, masterfully ensuring comprehensive preparedness for mass casualty incidents, including WMD and CBRNE scenarios. Command Hospital Emergency Response Team through rigorous disaster and decontamination drills, securing collaboration with a spectrum of local, state, and federal agencies.

FEMA Certification Achievement and Leadership: Secure FEMA certification for Emergency Response Team, elevating operational readiness to unprecedented levels while ensuring full compliance with stringent regulatory standards. Serve as indispensable liaison, expertly managing emergency communications, and spearheading rapid response efforts, showcasing unparalleled leadership in crisis situations.

Exceptional Leadership in High-Profile Emergency Planning: Play pivotal role in emergency planning and execution for 2019 World Equestrian Games, demonstrating extraordinary leadership and operational planning prowess. This pivotal involvement not only underscored exceptional strategic capabilities but also highlighted unique ability to navigate complex, high-pressure environments, further establishing legacy of excellence.

Center-Domestic Preparedness Anniston, AL

INDIRECT TRAINER Feb 2010 – Present

Craft and execute elite training programs for Department of Homeland Security's Center for Domestic Preparedness and FEMA, preparing emergency responders for high-threat scenarios with unparalleled depth. Oversee every facet of

program delivery, from attendee management to dynamic instruction, ensuring peak training efficacy. Pioneered training methodologies, setting new standards for compliance and educational excellence.

Premier Emergency Response Training Excellence: Direct elite training programs for emergency responders in WMD and CBRNE preparedness, utilizing cutting-edge curricula from the Department of Homeland Security Center for Domestic Preparedness and FEMA. Play pivotal role in arming personnel with critical knowledge and skills for managing and responding to high-threat scenarios with unmatched effectiveness.

Rigorous Certification Leadership and Compliance Mastery: Oversee stringent certification processes for both Department of Homeland Security and FEMA, demonstrating unwavering commitment to upholding highest training standards and ensuring full compliance with federal regulations. This stewardship role underscored deep dedication to sustaining supreme excellence in emergency response training across the board.

Distinguished Training Award Achievement: Garnered prestigious Bronze-Level Training Award, a testament to extraordinary achievements in class course enrollment and participant engagement, marking a significant milestone in personal achievement and significantly amplifying preparedness and operational capabilities of emergency response teams nationwide. This honor cemented legacy of profound impact in realm of emergency preparedness education.

Additional Experience

Paramedic Physician Extender Remote MD

Presenter NCOEMS State Emergency Management Expo Medical Contractor Operation Iraqi Freedom KBR, Inc. Paramedic New Hanover Regional Medical Center Paramedic Buncombe County EMS

Firefighter Paramedic Enka-Candler Fire & Rescue Instructor Isothermal College

Belltown University

Ph.D. in Health Science

Belltown University

Education

Belltown University

Bachelor of Science in Health Ed. s Health Promotion

Keiser University

Master of Science in Nutrition Science (Dietetics) Associate of Fire Science

Instructor Certifications s Awards

Bronze Level Indirect Trainer Recipient Center for Domestic Preparedness C Department of Homeland Security 2018

Hospital Emergency Response Team Trainer FEMA 2017

Point Of Dispensing (POD) Essentials Trainer FEMA C CDC 2019

Radiological Series Trainer FEMA 2020

Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program – U.S. Dept. of Energy 2019

Modular Emergency Response Radiological Transportation Training – U.S. Dept. of Energy 2019

WMD s Terrorism General Awareness Trainer FEMA 2007

Additional Certifications

Incident Command – FEMA 2019 Hospital Emergency Response Training for MCI – FEMA 2017 Radiological Emergency Response Operations – FEMA 2017 Weapons of Mass Destruction Standard Awareness – FEMA 2007 Barrier Precautions and Controls for Highly Infectious Disease FEMA 2019 Strategic National Stockpile Preparedness – FEMA 2019 Framework for Healthcare Emergency Management FEMA 2017 Emergency Responder Hazardous Materials Technician CBRNE – FEMA 2017 Emergency Medical Responder National Safety Council 2021 Medical Care Person in Charge Instructor United States Coast Guard 2021 Medical Care Provider United States Coast Guard 2021 Hazwhoper Trainer Occupational Safety Specialist Certification – API Safety Council of LA TOP SET Lead Accident Investigator Certification – TOP SET Corp – Paramedic Certification – State of North Carolina Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification – AHA Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Certification – NAEMT CPR s Pediatric Life Support Certification – AHA

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