KATHRYN MUNOZ
Registered Nurse
Chino Hills,CA
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
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
- 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.
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, CA06.2019
Associates of Science - Nursing
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA12.2024
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
- BLS/CPR
- AB508- workplace violence
- TELEMETRY TECH
Associations
- National Honors Society
- National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
- National Telemetry Association
- American Heart Association
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
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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