Estebania Munoz
Dallas,TX
Summary
ECMO nurse with extensive critical care experience in managing patients post-surgery and during ECMO support. Proven ability to monitor vital signs, manage ECMO circuits, and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement effective care plans that enhance patient recovery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Ecmo Nurse
Baylor Univ. Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and ECMO circuit performance to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented patient progress and ECMO data in clinical systems to support effective care decisions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to collaborate on postoperative care plans for ECMO patients.
- Supported quality improvement efforts for ECMO service delivery.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center
Fort Worth, Texas
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Oversaw immediate postoperative recovery and care for patients in critical care following valve replacement/repair, CABG, LVAD implantation, VA and VV ECMO, Impella, and IABP.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in critical care settings. in critical care settings.
- Monitored vital signs and identified changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for patient treatment plans.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Medical City Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Administered post-operative care to acutely ill patients recovering from open heart surgery, CABG, AAA repairs, and various vascular surgeries, facilitating recovery and monitoring for complications.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions for critical changes.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Supported patients during kidney transplant procedures, ensuring safe and effective care for donors and recipients throughout the surgical process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Critical Care Registered Nurse IV
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, TX
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Set up and monitor medical equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms, oxygen delivery devices, IABP, CRRT, Impella, Ekos.
- Assist physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy, endoscopy, endotracheal intubation, and elective cardioversion
- Maintained accurate and detailed flowsheets documenting changes in patients' conditions to support clinical decision-making.
- Assessed and modified patient treatment plans in collaboration with physicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with health care team members to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient care plans in a dynamic critical care environment.
Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
09.2014 - 10.2016
- Assessed, implemented, and coordinated critical care interventions, contributing to patient recovery and overall care quality
- Evaluated vital signs to determine necessary emergency interventions by evaluating vital signs of patients
- Monitored patients throughout the shift, escalating concerns regarding health changes to ensure timely interventions
- Interpreted and explained lab results to patients and families, enhancing understanding of health conditions and care plans
Critical Care Nurse
Kindred
Mansfield, TX
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Delivered exceptional care to patients in intensive care unit, enhancing recovery outcomes
- Coordinated with the critical care team to ensure comprehensive support for patients' needs
- Administered IVs and medications as prescribed by doctors
- Acted promptly during emergency situations to ensure patient safety
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX01-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX12-2013
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05-2012
Skills
- ECMO operation
- Cardiac device management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Critical illness expertise
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
- Clear communication in English and Spanish
Certification
- Registered Nurse TX849887
- Critical Nurse Registered Nurse (CCRN)
Timeline
Ecmo Nurse
Baylor Univ. Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center
08.2020 - 08.2024
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Medical City Fort Worth
10.2019 - 08.2020
Critical Care Registered Nurse IV
Texas Health Resources
10.2016 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
09.2014 - 10.2016
Critical Care Nurse
Kindred
03.2014 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College