Santana Garcia-Alarid
Santa Fe
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Student Respiratory Therapist with a strong foundation in respiratory care. Experienced in administering therapies, assessing patient needs, and maintaining equipment. Ready to contribute to patient well-being and team success in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Respiratory Therapist
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Completed rigorous educational curriculum comprised of various biology, anatomy, chemistry, pharmacology and pulmonary courses. Maintained a grade point average above 3.5.
- Completed 800+ hours of clinical practice under Registered Respiratory Therapist, performing and assisting with respiratory therapy tasks in diverse hospital settings.
- Training and successfully completed directly observed testing on mechanical ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, nebulizers, airway clearance devices and monitoring tools.
- Administered respiratory therapies according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Evaluated and assessed patient respiratory health under supervision, contributing to informed treatment plans and improved patient outcomes.
- Monitored vitals such as oxygen saturation levels, blood pressure, heart rate and respiration rates.
- Instructed patients on correct use of respiratory equipment.
- Assisted in the maintenance and calibration of respiratory equipment and tools.
- Documented patient responses to treatments in electronic health records, ensuring accurate and timely updates to patient care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Operated ventilators safely and effectively to optimize mechanical ventilation and minimize complications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northern New Mexico College
Española, NM12-2024
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Northern New Mexico College
Española, NM12-2024
Skills
- Respiratory therapy
- Patient assessment
- Clinical collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Student Respiratory Therapist
Santa Fe Community College
01.2025 - 05.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Santa Fe Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northern New Mexico College
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Northern New Mexico College