Melissa Keo

Lodi

Summary

Dynamic Lead Respiratory Therapist with over 17 years of critical care experience across NICU, PICU, trauma, and transport environments. Proven leader specializing in team development, quality improvement, neonatal and pediatric critical care, and respiratory care operations. Seeking to transition into Respiratory Care Management and Administrative Leadership.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Lead / Charge Respiratory Therapist

Kaiser Permanente

Oakland

01.2017 - Current

Lead respiratory care operations across NICU Level III, PICU, adult ICU, and labor and delivery.
Led and mentored respiratory therapy team, providing operational guidance to enhance care delivery.
Pediatric and neonatal critical care transport specialist.
NICU/PICU preceptor and leadership resource.
Co-led quality initiatives such as Project Clear Sight ROP, improving patient outcomes in neonatal care.

Pediatric & Neonatal Specialist

UC Davis Medical Center

01.2009 - 01.2017

Specialized in Level IV NICU, pediatric cardiac surgery, trauma ICU, and tracheostomy care.
Provided advanced ventilator and trauma respiratory care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in critical situations.
Developed post-operative pulmonary hygiene pathways to enhance recovery and reduce complications.

Respiratory Therapist

San Joaquin County Hospital

01.2007 - 01.2009

Delivered respiratory care in Trauma ICU and Level III NICU, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
Oversaw ventilator management for neonatal and pediatric patients, ensuring optimal respiratory support.
Administered respiratory therapies to patients with various pulmonary conditions.
Monitored and evaluated patient progress during treatment sessions.
Educated patients and families on respiratory health management techniques.

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) -

01.2009

Respiratory Therapy -

Maric College

01.2007

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) -