Michael Santos
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Seasoned Respiratory Therapist with 12+ years of experience in Level 1 trauma center, Surgical and Medical ICU settings as well as Lead Respiratory Therapist. Skillful in completing patient assessments, blood gas analysis and interpretation and airway management. Successful at implementing best practices to continuously advance respiratory therapy outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Seton Family Of Hospitals
12.2012 - Current
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott & White Healthcare
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care standards and practices.
Respiratory Therapist
El Dorado Acute Care Hospital
02.2011 - 12.2012
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Chula VistaSkills
- Airway Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Emergency Response
- Care Plan Management
Certification
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- BLS Certificate
- ACLS Certificate
- NRP Certificate
- PALS Certificate
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott & White Healthcare
07.2022 - 11.2023
Respiratory Therapist
Seton Family Of Hospitals
12.2012 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
El Dorado Acute Care Hospital
02.2011 - 12.2012
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
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