Azucena Castillo-Montanez
Watsonville,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional with experience in respiratory care providing exceptional patient support and treatment. Implementing effective respiratory therapy plans and enhancing patient outcomes. Recognized for strong collaborative skills and ability to adapt to dynamic clinical environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Santa Clara Valley Medical
San Jose, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols.
- Monitored patient responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Conducted assessments of patients' respiratory status, identifying critical changes promptly.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs and diagnoses.
Competency Instructor / Professional Expert
Hartnell Community College
Salinas, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in classes.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
El Camino Health
Mountain View, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Responded to emergency codes and aided physicians with procedures such as intubations and bronchoscopies.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs and arterial blood gases.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
Watsonville, CA
06.2021 - 10.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
- Accompanied patients to doctors' offices and ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping and routine cleaning.
Assistant Manager
Green Valley Cinemas
Watsonville, CA
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Trained and coached team members in guest service, facility maintenance, and presentation quality.
- Listen and communicate efficiently with guests, handled customer complaints, and respond promptly to needs and requests.
- Prepare bank deposits and cash drops; Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
Box Office and Concessions Host
Green Valley Cinemas
Watsonville, CA
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Handled and assembled food orders, operate point-of-sale terminals, maintain cleanliness of entire concession area and stock rooms.
- Scanned patrons' tickets, sold tickets, Gift Cards to guests; and used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Provided assistance to guests with special needs and helped with seat accommodations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05-2026
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05-2023
Skills
- Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish
- Able to grasp new concepts quickly
- Works well with others and has good intrapersonal skills
- Learning/adaptability skills
- Multitasking abilities in high volume clinical environments
- Good verbal communication skills
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- EPIC charting trained
RT License No.
- License No. 46395
Specialty Credentials
- Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- Adult Critical Care Specialist
Certification
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- BLS Certified
- NRP Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Santa Clara Valley Medical
09.2025 - Current
Competency Instructor / Professional Expert
Hartnell Community College
09.2023 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
El Camino Health
07.2023 - Current
Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
06.2021 - 10.2024
Assistant Manager
Green Valley Cinemas
06.2019 - 05.2021
Box Office and Concessions Host
Green Valley Cinemas
06.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Hartnell College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Hartnell College