Juana M. Munoz
Azle ,TX
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nursing professional specializing in Emergency and Progressive Care Medicine. Extensive experience in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Proven track record of promoting team collaboration, upholding high standards, and adapting to evolving demands. Recognized for strong leadership, solid clinical judgment, sharp critical thinking, effective communication, and unwavering commitment to achieving superior patient outcomes in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Staff RN (PRN)
Urgent Care Department
05.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Liaised with physicians on discharge plans and created outpatient instructions for patients not admitted to hospital.
Charge Nurse
Admissions Holding Unit
04.2019 - 03.2025
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Mentored newly hired nurses to ensure seamless integration into the team and facilitate their professional development.
Flow Coordinator
Emergency Department
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Roles Held:
- Managed bed availability by monitoring capacity levels daily, adjusting resources as needed to accommodate fluctuations in demand.
- Reduced wait times for patients by implementing effective scheduling strategies and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Increased patient satisfaction with timely updates on appointment schedules and wait times.
Charge Nurse
Emergency Department
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Roles Held:
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Contributed towards creating an inclusive work environment that valued diversity among staff members by facilitating open dialogues concerning cultural competency issues/challenges faced within healthcare settings.
- Reduced patient transfer delays by establishing effective communication channels between the emergency department and other hospital units.
Staff Nurse
Emergency Department
03.2012 - 11.2018
- Roles Held:
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
RN (PRN)
Oncology Infusion Clinic
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
Staff/Alternate Charge Nurse
Progressive Care Unit/Telemetry
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Implemented continuous quality improvement initiatives within the unit, contributing to the ongoing enhancement of nursing practice standards.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission, establishing baseline data for ongoing evaluation of progress toward established goals.
Staff Nurse
Observation Unit
03.2009 - 03.2011
- Roles Held:
- Mentored new nursing staff members, enhancing their clinical skills and fostering a supportive work environment conducive to learning and growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX01.2008
Skills
- Extensive ER and acute care experience across all age groups, including indigent, geriatric, and pediatric populations
- Skilled in trauma response protocols: STEMI, Sepsis, Stroke, and Level 1–3 Trauma activations
- Flexible and adaptable; able to function effectively in triage, trauma, and float roles
- Experienced preceptor for onboarding new staff and nursing graduates
- Strong peripheral IV insertion and Mediport access skills
- Strong teamwork
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS
Technical skills and certifications.
Language: Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Staff RN (PRN)
Urgent Care Department
05.2020 - Current
Charge Nurse
Admissions Holding Unit
04.2019 - 03.2025
Flow Coordinator
Emergency Department
11.2018 - 04.2019
Charge Nurse
Emergency Department
04.2018 - 04.2019
Staff Nurse
Emergency Department
03.2012 - 11.2018
Staff/Alternate Charge Nurse
Progressive Care Unit/Telemetry
03.2011 - 03.2012
RN (PRN)
Oncology Infusion Clinic
01.2011 - 01.2018
Staff Nurse
Observation Unit
03.2009 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas Woman’s University
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