Respiratory Therapist CEU
Conference Agenda
October 02, 2026
.7 Credits | 390 Contact Minutes
(.7 credits are commonly referred to as 7 CEU credits.)
Please Note
At the conclusion of each segment of this course, participants will be invited to ask questions.
7:45 am – 7:55 am
Check-In
7:55 am – 8:00 am
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Zadia Vacanti, RN, BSN, CPEN
Zadia is the Outreach Liaison for Project Austin at Children’s Nebraska, where she leads initiatives focused on improving emergency care for children with medical complexity. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Sioux Falls in 2018 and previously worked as a Pediatric Emergency Department nurse at Children’s Nebraska before transitioning into her current outreach role.
In her position, Zadia collaborates with Emergency Medical Services, emergency departments, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized emergency care plans, provide education, and promote evidence-based practices that improve outcomes for medically complex pediatric patients. Her work centers on strengthening communication and preparedness across the continuum of emergency care while supporting healthcare professionals who care for this unique patient population.
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Rachael Kros, Training Consultant
Having previously been a Best Care EAP Counseling client herself, Rachael is dedicated to creating learning experiences that support both personal well-being and professional growth. Combining her special education background and lived experiences, she strives to create empowering spaces where participants feel supported in utilizing resources to care for their mental and emotional health.
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Corey Mohnike, BS, RRT-ACCS
Corey has been a Respiratory Therapist for 24 years, working extensively at Bryan Health and Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital. He serves on the Colorado CRCS State Board, co-chairs an AARC committee, and acts as a clinical consultant and educator.
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch
12:00 am – 1:00 pm
Rose Batenhorst, RRT, RPSGT
Rose is a Clinical Specialist at ResMed with over 25 years of experience spanning pre-hospital, acute, and critical care, as well as polysomnography. In this session, attendees will learn to understand the typical progression of PAP therapy, identify key challenges that delay treatment, and apply personalized, patient-centered strategies and evidence-based approaches to improve engagement and adherence.
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Joseph R. Novotny, MD
Dr. Novotny is a board-certified general pediatrician, fellowship-trained in Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. His clinical expertise encompasses adult and pediatric polysomnography, multidisciplinary collaboration, and severe respiratory conditions, alongside extensive experience in clinical education and curriculum development.
2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Break
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Dan Dunmire
Dan Dunmire is a clinical leader driven by patient-centered care. Throughout his career as a Respiratory Therapist, he has worked in the ICU, DME, and the medical device industry, leading the sales and Clinical Specialist teams at Movair prior to joining Rhythm Healthcare. At Rhythm, he strives to bring a clinical voice to the leading line of portable oxygen concentrators on the market, focusing on developing and improving products to better support respiratory patients. Outside of work, Dan enjoys hiking and adventure, spending time with his wife and three children, and is active in ministry at his church.
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Phil Rossi, Program Relationship Manager, Immanuel Pathways PACE® of Southwest Iowa
Philip Rossi serves as the Program Relationship Manager at Immanuel Pathways of Southwest Iowa. With 11 years in healthcare marketing, seven at Immanuel enhancing the PACE® Program, he advocates for equitable access to quality healthcare. Philip educates the community about PACE® and facilitates access to essential resources.
Brian Lee, Program Relationship Manager, Immanuel Pathways PACE® of Eastern Nebraska
Program Relationship Manager Brian Lee builds and fosters strong relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and vendors for Immanuel Pathways of Eastern Nebraska. Brian brings over 20 years of healthcare sta ing experience and is actively committed to empowering seniors and enriching their overall PACE® experience.