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Juana Moreno

RN, RRT
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Newly licensed Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in clinical skills and patient care. Reliable team collaborator focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Over 8 years of prior experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in high-acuity settings, including ICU, NICU, ER, and COVID-19 crisis response. Recognized for compassion, adaptability, teamwork, and delivering exceptional patient care under pressure.


Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Student Nurse

Galen College of Nursing
  • Completed rotations in Medical-Surgical, ICU, ER, Labor & Delivery, Pediatrics, and Mental Health units.
  • Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
  • Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
  • Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients under supervision, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and patient care plans.
  • Administered oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and IV medications with safe administration protocols.
  • Performed wound care, dressing changes, and assisted with catheter insertion and maintenance.
  • Initiated and maintained peripheral IV lines, and assisted with central line care.
  • Delivered therapeutic communication and age-appropriate interventions for pediatric patients.
  • Provided postpartum care, newborn assessments, and breastfeeding education in L&D.
  • Observed and assisted in emergencies, including code blue, and rapid responses.

Travel Respiratory Therapist

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions May 2022 – Dec 2022
San Antonio, Texas
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
  • Provided respiratory care to diverse patient populations across multiple facilities.
  • Adapted quickly to new hospital protocols, EMR systems, and equipment.

Respiratory Therapist

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of San Antonio Medical Center
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed ventilators and high-flow oxygen therapy for long-term acute patients.
  • Collaborated with nursing and medical staff to optimize patient outcomes and prevent complications.
  • Provided tracheostomy care, including cleaning, suctioning, cuff pressure monitoring, and emergency trach changes.


Respiratory Therapist- COVID-19 Crisis Response

Angel Staffing
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Aided physicians with various procedures such as

Bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.

  • Monitored the patient's physiological responses to therapy, including vital signs, arterial blood gases, and changes in blood chemistry.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations, utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Provided critical respiratory support to COVID-19 patients during the peak surge.

Respiratory Therapist

Southwest General Hospital
10.2014 - 12.2019
  • Aided physicians with various procedures, such as ventilator management and intubations.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Monitored the patient's physiological responses to therapy, including vital signs, arterial blood gases, and changes in blood chemistry.
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
  • Contributed to successful weaning from mechanical ventilation by optimizing oxygenation strategies tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other care team members on care and treatments.
  • Educated patients and families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations, utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Adjusted ventilator settings based on continuous assessment of blood gas analysis results, improving overall ventilation efficacy for critically ill patients.
  • Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - RN

Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX
06-2025

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN

Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX
12-2023

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

University of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05-2019

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX
08-2014

Skills

  • Patient Assessment & Care Planning

  • Critical Care Support

  • Ventilator & Airway Management

  • IV Therapy & Medication Administration

  • Wound Care & Catheter Maintenance

  • Tracheostomy Care (suctioning, cleaning, cuff monitoring, emergency changes)

  • EMR Documentation

  • Patient & Family Education

  • Infection Control Compliance

Certification

RN – Texas (Active) RRT – Texas (Active) BLS, ACLS – Current

Timeline

Travel Respiratory Therapist

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions May 2022 – Dec 2022
05.2022 - 12.2022

Respiratory Therapist

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of San Antonio Medical Center
04.2021 - 02.2022

Respiratory Therapist- COVID-19 Crisis Response

Angel Staffing
12.2020 - 04.2021

Respiratory Therapist

Southwest General Hospital
10.2014 - 12.2019

Student Nurse

Galen College of Nursing

Associate of Applied Science - RN

Galen College of Nursing

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN

Galen College of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

University of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

St. Philip's College
Juana MorenoRN, RRT
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