Daniel Gochenour

About Daniel Gochenour

I am Daniel Gochenour, DHSc, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS, AE-C, Manager of Respiratory Therapy for the Surgical–Trauma, Neurological, and Interventional Pulmonary teams at UVA Health. I lead high-acuity clinical teams focused on delivering safe, evidence-based, and compassionate respiratory care to some of our most complex patients.With more than a decade of critical care experience, my work centers on clinical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, workflow optimization, and workforce development. I am committed to building a strong team culture, one grounded in respect, accountability, and clear communication, while developing future clinical leaders through mentorship and education.I welcome collaboration and connection with professionals who share a commitment to advancing leadership practices, respiratory care, and healthcare outcomes.

Experience

1. Respiratory Therapy Manager

   UVA Health

   Nov 2025 — Present · Charlottesville, VA, US

   I serve as the Respiratory Therapy Manager for the Surgical–Trauma, Neurological, and Interventional Pulmonary teams at UVA Health. In this role, I lead a high-acuity clinical workforce that provides advanced respiratory care to some of the most critically ill and complex patients in the health system. My focus is on clinical excellence, operational stability, and workforce development, ensuring our teams are equipped, supported, and empowered to deliver patient-centered, evidence-based respiratory care.Key Responsibilities & Leadership Contributions:Oversee daily operations, staffing coordination, and resource management across multiple specialty care areas. Advance protocol-driven practice standards, including ventilator liberation workflows, airway safety initiatives, and postoperative pulmonary complication prevention.Collaborate closely with physician, nursing, and interdisciplinary leadership to align clinical care pathways and team communication.Lead professional development, mentorship, and onboarding to cultivate strong team culture and clinical expertise.Implement workflow improvements and Epic documentation optimization to support quality, safety, and operational efficiency.Promote a culture grounded in respect, accountability, communication, and shared purpose.This role reflects my commitment to strengthening teams, improving systems, and ensuring safe, consistent, and high-quality respiratory care delivery.

Education

• Radford University

  Doctor of Health Sciences

  2017 — 2021

• Jefferson College of Health Sciences

  Associate of Applied Science

  2010 — 2012

• Radford University

  Bachelor of Science in Exercise, Sport, Health, and Education

  2007 — 2010

• Northeastern University

  Master of Science in Respiratory Care Leadership

  2012 — 2015

Skills

• Healthcare
• Electronic Medical Record (Emr)
• Hospitals
• Medical Education
• Healthcare Management
• Respiratory Therapy
• Acute Care
• Clinical Research
• Critical Care
• Fitness
• American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
• Cpr Certified
• Bls
• Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Patient Safety
• Epic Systems
• Health Education
• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Medicine
• Icu
• Public Speaking
• Acls