Michael Riley, Director of Resuscitation Education, presented at the Pearls of Wisdom for School Nurses Spring 2025 Conference on Saturday, March 29, 2025. His topic, “Saving Lives in Schools: Understanding and Responding to Cardiac Arrest,” focused on understanding the science behind a successful resuscitation, being better prepared to respond to a cardiac arrest in a school setting, and understanding prevention and the importance of building a cardiac emergency response team.
Mike brings more than 18 years of expertise in emergency medicine and resuscitation. His career includes extensive experience as a nationally registered paramedic, working in both pre-hospital and in-hospital environments. Mike is dedicated to advancing cardiac arrest prevention, early identification and management of deteriorating patients, high-quality CPR, and optimal post-arrest care. He has established a community engagement team focused on addressing disparities in CPR education, promoting life-saving skills, and training individuals in the use of AEDs. Mike is committed to bringing resuscitation education to underserved communities, empowering them with critical life-saving knowledge.