Samantha Valdez
Kingwood
Summary
Dynamic Registered Respiratory Therapist with extensive experience at Texas Children’s Hospital, excelling in ventilator management and patient assessment. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and meticulous documentation. Committed to optimizing respiratory therapy outcomes while fostering a supportive environment for patients and families. ACLS and BLS certified.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children’s Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Deliver advanced respiratory care to critically ill neonates, including premature infants with complex pulmonary conditions
- Operate and manage neonatal ventilators (e.g., Servo-i/n, HFJV, CPAP) with precision, adjusting settings based on patient response and clinical protocols.
- Perform frequent arterial blood gas analysis and interpret results to guide ventilator adjustments and oxygen therapy
- Collaborate closely with neonatologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams during high-acuity interventions such as intubation, surfactant administration, and extubation readiness.
- Monitor and document vital signs, respiratory status, and therapy outcomes using electronic health records (EHR) to ensure continuity of care
- Educate and support families by explaining respiratory therapies and equipment in compassionate, understandable terms.
- Maintain readiness for emergency response situations, including neonatal resuscitation, in alignment with ACLS, BLS, and NRP certifications.
Student Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann (Memorial City), Methodist (Woodlands), Texas Children’s Hospital (Med Centre), Conroe Regional, Chi St. Luke’s (Woodlands)
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Administered respiratory therapy treatments according to physician orders and monitored patient assessments.
- Executed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted with breathing exercises for optimal recovery.
- Recorded patient information discreetly in an electronic system to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.
- Facilitated daily interactions with patients to foster a positive hospital experience.
- Explained therapy procedures clearly to enhance patient understanding and compliance.
- Maintained certification in ACLS, BLS, and NRP for emergency response readiness.
Leasing Consultant
Discovery at Kingwood
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Greeted, qualified and closed on sales of residential apartments to prospective clients
- Demonstrated model units and inspected customer units before and after rental
- Communicated and implemented community policies
- Coordinated maintenance requests with maintenance team and assured completion of needed work
- Performed administrative duties as defined by corporate policies and procedures
- Established and maintained positive customer relationships
- Demonstrated a positive and professional attitude with clients, co-workers and manager
Lead Quality Technician
Kingwood Medical Center
10.2012 - 09.2016
- Responsible for optimizing all machines that contain medication in hospital. In charge of our two off-site facilities ensuring that they have all medications needed to perform their job efficiently. I’m responsible for making sure that no medication or crash cart in the hospital goes expired as well as ensuring that all medications are disposed of properly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Grand Canyon University
11.2025
Associates of Science - Respiratory Care
Lonestar College
Kingwood, TX01.2023
Associates of Arts -
Lonestar College
Kingwood, TX05.2011
High School Diploma -
Humble High School
05.2007
Pharmacy Technician Certification -
Lonestar College
Kingwood, TXSkills
- Ventilator management and troubleshooting
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Time management
- Communication and documentation
- Respiratory therapy techniques
- Electronic health records management
Personal Information
Timeline
NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist
Texas Children’s Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Student Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hermann (Memorial City), Methodist (Woodlands), Texas Children’s Hospital (Med Centre), Conroe Regional, Chi St. Luke’s (Woodlands)
06.2021 - 05.2023
Leasing Consultant
Discovery at Kingwood
10.2016 - 09.2017
Lead Quality Technician
Kingwood Medical Center
10.2012 - 09.2016
Associates of Science - Respiratory Care
Lonestar College
Associates of Arts -
Lonestar College
High School Diploma -
Humble High School
Pharmacy Technician Certification -
Lonestar College
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Grand Canyon University
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