Jenna Muniz
Pine Level,NC
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings. Demonstrates professional development and clinical skills utilizing nursing process to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UNC Health Care
Smithfield , NC
07.2022 - Current
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
Infusion Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
Smithfield , NC
07.2022 - Current
- Provided safe and effective care to patients receiving infusion therapy.
- Performed venipuncture procedures for blood draws and intravenous access.
- Managed IV pumps, administered medications in accordance with physician orders, and monitored vital signs during infusions.
- Monitored patient response to treatment and reported any adverse reactions or changes in condition to physicians immediately.
- Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition as well as hydration prior to treatments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes in electronic medical record systems.
- Ensured all equipment was functioning properly prior to use by performing quality checks on a regular basis.
- Performed pre-treatment assessment including lab work for each infusion therapy session.
- Assisted physicians with complex infusion therapies such as stem cell transplants or total parenteral nutrition.
- Instructed other healthcare staff on proper techniques for administering infusions safely and effectively.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
Smithfield , NC
07.2022 - Current
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patients' progress in the medical record.
- Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
- Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
- Educated patients about their condition and disease process and post-discharge care instructions.
- Recognized early signs and symptoms of possible complications related to cardiac conditions or treatments and reported them immediately to physician team members.
- Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology through competent performance of nursing skills related to cardiovascular assessments and interventions.
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating pertinent information between shifts or departments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
CNA II
UNC Health Care
Smithfield , NC
07.2014 - 07.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
CNA II
UNC Health Wound Care
Smithfield , NC
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted in the preparation of wound care supplies for treatments.
- Performed dressing changes on patients with acute and chronic wounds.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments used in wound care treatments.
- Monitored vital signs before and after treatment sessions.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to patients during their recovery process from wounds.
- Observed infection control measures while performing duties associated with wound care treatments.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.
CNA I
Smithfield Manor
Smithfield , NC
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Sampson Community College
Clinton, NC05-2022
Skills
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Examination
- Wound Care
- Care Coordination
- Diabetes management
- Chart updating
- Patient discharging
- Intake and discharge
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Cardiac Care
- IV drug therapy management
- Care Plan Development
- Palliative and Pain Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UNC Health Care
07.2022 - Current
Infusion Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
07.2022 - Current
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
07.2022 - Current
CNA II
UNC Health Wound Care
07.2018 - 07.2019
CNA II
UNC Health Care
07.2014 - 07.2022
CNA I
Smithfield Manor
02.2013 - 05.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Sampson Community College