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KATHRYN MUNOZ
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KATHRYN MUNOZ

Registered Nurse
Chino Hills,CA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Emergency medical TechnicianRN Staff NurseRN Floor NurseRN, Emergency DepartmentRN, Medical-Surgical

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

HybridOn-SiteRemote
Location: Chino Hills, CA, USColton, CALos Angeles, CAOntario, CAWhittier, CA
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancementPersonal development programsWork-life balance

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with extensive healthcare training, strong assessment and communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to patient care and safety. Collaborative team member with proven efficiency and adaptability in changing situations. Known for friendliness, flexibility, and reliability. Committed to health and safety of others, with exceptional interpersonal communication skills. Thrives in both team environments and independent work settings. Demonstrates adaptability in ever-changing healthcare environments. Proficient in Epic, Cerner, and Meditech systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, & PowerPoint). Maintains professionalism and has a passion for continuous personal growth and knowledge enhancement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6
6

Certifications

Work History

RN Supervisor

Mesa Glen Care Center
Glendora, CA
02.2026 - 05.2026
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards and protocols.
  • Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
  • Mentored new nurses, enhancing team skill levels and promoting professional development.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices, resulting in improved patient outcomes and safety measures.

RN, Emergency Department

Whittier Hospital Medical Center
Whittier, CA
03.2025 - 07.2025
  • Contributed to reduced readmission rates through effective discharge planning and thorough patient education on self-care techniques.
  • Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
  • Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or medical emergencies, ensuring a positive and compassionate environment.
  • Assessed and prioritized patient conditions in fast-paced emergency environment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.

Student Nurse-Emergency Room

Whittier Hospital
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Support senior nursing staff with patient vitals, intake, and history
  • Assist healthcare providers & staff with duties for within appropriate scope of practice
  • Provide medication administration and patient discharge instructions under RN supervision
  • Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.

Emergency Room Technician

Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
09.2021 - 06.2024
  • Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.

Emergency Room Technician

Maxim Healthcare – Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
  • Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues alike.

Emergency Room Technician

Long Beach Community Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.

Emergency medical Technician

Heluna Healthcare, CA
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.

Emergency Medical Technician

LifeLine Ambulance, Montebello, CA
02.2016 - 02.2018
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Ensured ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing EMS through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Cardiac Services Clinic Assistant

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Colton, CA
03.2015 - 02.2016
  • Prepared examination rooms at start of shift and executed quick turnovers between appointments.
  • Assisted medical professionals in administering treatments, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients.

Education

Associates of Arts - Kinesiology

Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
06.2019

Associates of Science - Nursing

Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
12.2024

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Team collaboration
  • Infection control
  • Direct patient care
  • Nursing assessments
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient vitals management
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Emergency response
  • Patient education
  • Procedure assistance

Certification

  • EMT-1
  • Registered nurse -RN
  • BLS/CPR
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • NIHSS
  • Intro to ER nursing
  • interpreting lab values

Associations

  • National Honors Society
  • National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
  • National Telemetry Association
  • American Heart Association

Timeline

RN Supervisor

Mesa Glen Care Center
02.2026 - 05.2026

RN, Emergency Department

Whittier Hospital Medical Center
03.2025 - 07.2025

Student Nurse-Emergency Room

Whittier Hospital
09.2024 - 03.2025

Emergency Room Technician

Maxim Healthcare – Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - 10.2022

Emergency Room Technician

Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
09.2021 - 06.2024

Emergency Room Technician

Long Beach Community Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2021

Emergency medical Technician

Heluna Healthcare, CA
08.2020 - 10.2021

Emergency Medical Technician

LifeLine Ambulance, Montebello, CA
02.2016 - 02.2018

Cardiac Services Clinic Assistant

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Colton, CA
03.2015 - 02.2016

Associates of Science - Nursing

Mt. San Antonio College

Associates of Arts - Kinesiology

Mt. San Antonio College
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